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Dr. James Umble is Professor of Saxophone at Youngstown State University's Dana School of Music, part of the College of Creative Arts and Communication. He has earned international recognition as a teacher, soloist, clinician, chamber musician, and author. The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Donald Rosenberg praised his elegance and virtuosity, while his Distinguished Professor Award for Teaching highlights his pedagogical excellence. He performs globally with his chamber trio and collaborates with jazz faculty like Dr. Kent Engelhardt and Dave Kana.
- Education: DMA from The University of Michigan, MM in Performance from Bowling Green State University, BM in Music Education from an unspecified institution (studied with Donald Beckie).
Dr. Umble specializes in saxophone performance and pedagogy, emphasizing tonal beauty and artistic development. His career includes premiering works by composers like Marilyn Shrude and Andrew Mead, including Nature's Bard and Sonata Brevis. He has presented at major events such as the World Saxophone Congress and the U.S. Navy Band Saxophone Symposium.
His acclaimed book Jean-Marie Londeix- Master of the Modern Saxophone documents the life and pedagogy of the French saxophone master. Dr. Umble's performance history includes collaborations with the Cleveland Orchestra and conductors like Pierre Boulez, as well as international appearances in Colombia, China, and France.
- Scientific Awards: Distinguished Professor Award for Teaching.
As a Selmer Artist, he performs on Selmer saxophones and Légère reeds. His students hold teaching positions and graduate roles nationwide. He actively engages in clinics and masterclasses, including Developing Tonal Beauty, and contributes to innovative pedagogical methods.
