John Bir

HOMETOWN:
New Carlisle, OH

DEGREE AREA:
B.A. in Music

HIGH SCHOOL:
Bethel Local High School

WHY I DECIDED TO PURSUE A CAREER IN MUSIC:
Music has always been so much a part of who I am. I want other people to understand how music can affect their daily lives.

FAVORITE TRUMPET SOLO:
Ewazen Sonata

FAVORITE GROUP/PERFORMER:
Mumford and Sons

FAVORITE COMPOSITION/COMPOSER:
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Mvt. IV - Jean Sibelius

This piece is absolutely gorgeous and for me, showcases what music in the orchestral setting is all about.