James Austin

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James Austin

Communications

#11905

World Rank

#15916

Historical Rank

#5278

USA Rank

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Why Is James Austin Influential?

According to Wikipedia, James Lyle Austin is an American trumpeter and teacher. Austin earned his undergraduate degree from the Eastman School of Music, where he was featured as trumpet and cornet soloist on many of the recordings of the Eastman Wind Ensemble under the direction of Frederick Fennell. Before completing his studies at Eastman, he accepted an offer from Leopold Stokowski to become the Principal Trumpet of the Houston Symphony, effective following his graduation. He continued in this position from 1960–1977, under the direction of several orchestral conductors including Stokowski, André Previn, John Barbirolli, and Lawrence Foster. Simultaneously, he served as Principal Trumpet in the Houston Grand Opera Orchestra and the Houston Chamber Orchestra.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With James Austin ?

James Austin is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of Houston