Faculty Recital: Philippe Brunet
Join us as Philippe Brunet takes center stage in a recital that showcases the expressive range of the trumpet. As Levine’s Brass Chair, Philippe brings artistry and depth to a diverse program that spans lyricism, virtuosity, and bold musical color.
Program:
Legend by Georges Enescu
Trumpet Songs by Jennifer Higdon
Concerto (2nd movement) by Henri Tomasi
Suite: Three Short Pieces and Andante–Allegro by Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal (Levine Faculty)
George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue
Unaccompanied encore: Shazam by Folke Rabe
About the Artist:
Philippe Brunet is an accomplished performer and dedicated educator who serves as Brass Chair at Levine Music. His training took him from McGill University to the California Institute of the Arts, Bard College Conservatory, and the University of Miami. As a performer, he has appeared with ensembles including Miami City Ballet, Naples Philharmonic, The Florida Orchestra, Boca Symphonia, and the New Century Players Ensemble, and he premiered Fanfares for the Apocalypse by Ken Ueno. Philippe joined Levine’s Woodwinds and Brass department in 2018, where he teaches both traditional and Suzuki trumpet.
