Jeffrey Cook

Jeffrey Cook serves as a Lecturer and Director of the Pep Band in the Department of Music and Theatre Arts at Monmouth University, teaching courses including Music Appreciation, Applied Music for Lower Brass, Chamber Orchestra, and Conducting since at least 2022.

His educational background includes:

• Master of Music in Music Performance from the University of Miami
• Bachelor of Music in Music Performance from the University of Miami
• Doctorate in Musical Arts (ABD) candidate at the University of Kentucky

Cook's professional focus spans brass performance, chamber music, and orchestral studies, with extensive experience performing across Southeastern U.S. symphonies and national tours. His pedagogical approach integrates performance practice with music appreciation, emphasizing both historical context and technical execution in brass instrumentation.

His notable recognition includes:

• Semi-Finalist at the 2002 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition as member of the UA Horn Quartet

Prior to Monmouth, Cook spent a decade as Instructor of Music at Lincoln Memorial University where he founded the Splitter Sound Machine athletic ensemble. At Monmouth, he directs the Pep Band while maintaining active performance engagements and teaching private instruction across multiple brass disciplines.