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James Jackson III serves as Visiting Assistant Professor of Euphonium and Director of Omni Ensembles at The Hartt School, University of Hartford, while concurrently holding positions as Conductor of The Hartt School Symphony Band, Professor of Euphonium at the University of Connecticut, and Principal Euphonium of the U.S. Coast Guard Band. His career spans performance, education, and ensemble leadership across major academic and military institutions.
Education:
- MM, George Mason University
- BMEd, University of Kentucky
Research Interests: James Jackson III focuses on brass performance pedagogy with specialization in euphonium technique, instrumental conducting for wind ensembles, and wind band literature preservation. His work integrates historical performance practices with contemporary educational methodologies, emphasizing brass ensemble development and cross-cultural musical exchange through international collaborations.
Scientific Awards:
- Lyman T. Johnson Fellowship at the University of Kentucky
- International T.U.B.A. Conference Tuba-Euphonium Quartet Competition (1995)
- Leonard Falcone International Solo Euphonium Competition (1994)
Advising and Grants: Though specific advisees aren't listed, Jackson mentors through masterclasses at institutions nationwide and as Artist-in-Residence at Germany's Horn-Tuba Workshop. His quartet Alchemy functions as a pedagogical vehicle for emerging brass musicians, though no research grants are explicitly documented in the source material.
Labs and Teams: Jackson co-founded the acclaimed tuba-euphonium quartet Alchemy, which releases recordings like "Prelude and Groove" (2012) and conducts global residencies. He previously directed the Thames Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra (2003-2014) and performs internationally with ensembles including the U.S. Coast Guard Band and The American Spiritual Ensemble.
