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Dr. Greg Gruner, Professor of Music Dr. Greg Gruner, Professor and Director of Bands, received his Bachelor of Music Education Degree from New Mexico State University. He was awarded a Master of Music Education degree from the Indiana University School of Music, and a Doctor of Arts in Music degree from the Ball State University School of Music. Prior to his appointment at USA, Dr. Gruner taught in the public schools of Missouri and Kentucky for nine years and also served as the Assistant Director of Bands at Ball State University for three years. His junior high, high school, and collegiate ensembles have been recognized consistently for their excellence in performance at the regional and national levels. Currently, Dr. Gruner conducts the USA Symphony Band and Pep Band. He also teaches instrumental conducting and applied low brass. Dr. Gruner is active in the Music Educators National Conference, College Band Directors National Association, National Band Association, and the International Association of Jazz Educators. He is a Past-President of the Mobile Jazz Festival and currently serves as the Conductor of the Mobile Pops. Dr. Gruner remains a popular guest conductor, adjudicator, clinician, consultant, and composer/arranger for concert, marching, and jazz bands throughout the United States. |
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