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Natalie Brooke Higgins is an Assistant Professor of Horn at the University of Nevada, Reno’s School of Music. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance, a Master of Music from George Mason University, and a Bachelor of Arts from UCLA. Her roles extend beyond academia to performance, education, and entrepreneurship, including co-founding the Alias Brass Company and BrassHaus Network.
Education:
- Doctor of Musical Arts, Horn Performance, University of Missouri-Kansas City (2015)
- Master of Music, Horn Performance, George Mason University (2012)
- Bachelor of Arts, Horn Performance, UCLA (2011)
Research & Interests: Higgins focuses on horn performance, brass pedagogy, and innovative approaches to music education and entrepreneurship. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, combining classical brass performance with media and community outreach through ventures like the Alias Brass Company’s educational programs.
Awards:
- Recognized in Georgia Trend Magazine’s 40 Under 40 for contributions to education and innovation.
- Prizewinner in the International Winds, Brass, and Percussion Enkor Competition.
Advising & Administration: Higgins has taught at Columbus State University Schwob School of Music (Assistant Professor) and Missouri Western State University (Adjunct Professor). She co-founded the Schwob Summer Music Festival and serves as Media Coordinator for the International Horn Competition of America.
Performance & Teams: A founding member of the Alias Brass Company and BrassHaus Network, she performs with ensembles like the National Symphony Orchestra and Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass. She also leads educational initiatives through programs such as Sound Education for Resonate Learning.
