CCM's Trumpet Studio strives to provide students with the training and expertise needed for a successful career.
Recent graduates from the trumpet studio are active in every facet of the music business, including major symphony orchestras, military bands, chamber music, and collegiate and public school teaching positions.
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CCM's admissions process begins on August 1 (undergraduate) and September 1 (graduate) for entrance in the following year's fall semester. All application materials must be submitted on or before December 1 to be considered for specific scholarship awards. Visit the CCM Admissions website for additional application instructions.
Applicants must submit the required pre-screening materials via getacceptd.com/ccm on or before December 3 in order to be considered for admissions and invited for an audition.
Applicants must submit the required pre-screening materials via getacceptd.com/ccm on or before December 3 in order to be considered for admissions and invited for an audition.
Recent guest artists and presenters have included:
Festivals/Competitions/Summer Activities/Audition
Professional Appointments
Please note the following information regarding studio scale requirements. All semesters are cumulative. All exercises should be prepared tongued and slurred.
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| Major Scales (2 octaves) | Harmonic Minor Scales (2 octaves) |
| Major Arpeggios (2 octaves) | Melodic Minor Scales (2 octaves) |
| Natural Minor Scales (2 octaves) | Irons #7 and 8 |
| Minor Arpeggios (2 octaves) | All Chromatic Scales |
| Clarke #2 (Major) | Clarke #3 |
| Irons #5 and 6 |
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| Clarke #2 (Harmonic Minor) | Dorian mode (1 octave) |
| Irons #9-14 | Mixolydian mode (1 octave) |
| Major Scales in 3rds (1 octave) | Whole Tone Scales (1 octave) |
| Irons #15-20 |
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| Diminished Arpeggios (2 octaves) | Gekker #3 |
| Clarke #2 (Whole Tone) | Gekker #7 |
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| Augmented Arpeggios (2 octaves) | Spring: Major Scales in 4ths |
| Fall and Spring |
|---|
| Cumulative Exam each semester |
August 19, 2025
Experience world-class performances by the next generation of performing and media artists at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)! The college’s fall 2025 schedule of major events is now available; tickets are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.
August 13, 2025
UC’s College-Conservatory of Music will welcome a variety of new faculty and staff members to its roster of distinguished performing and media arts experts, researchers and educators this fall.
August 1, 2025
CCM Dean Peter J. Jutras shares a message with the college community ahead of the 2025-26 academic year and performance season.
June 30, 2025
UC College-Conservatory of Music Dean Pete Jutras recently announced the appointment of Maggie Perrino as the college's new Assistant Dean of CCM Prep and Community Engagement. In this role, Perrino will lead a team of faculty and administrative staff at CCM Prep, which offers a wide variety of programs in music, dance and the theatre arts throughout the year for people of all ages and abilities. She will also oversee CCM’s Summer Programs for youth, teens and adults. Perrino's appointment begins on June 30, 2025.
June 4, 2025
UC College-Conservatory of Music Dean Pete Jutras recently announced the appointment of Jessie L. Grant, PhD, as CCM's new Assistant Dean of Student Services. In this role, Grant will coordinate CCM’s academic advising program, connect students with college and university-level resources, and evaluate CCM policies and processes to better serve the college’s undergraduate and graduate students. Grant's appointment officially began on June 2, 2025.
Event: March 6, 2025 12:00 AM
Step into a world of enchantment as the UC College-Conservatory of Music's Opera Series presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream." This opera fuses William Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy with Benjamin Britten's stunning musical score. This captivating production, directed by CCM Opera Professor Robin Guarino, offers a fresh perspective on the classic tale, exploring themes of love, transformation, and the power of the natural world.
Event: February 2, 2025 4:00 PM
The CCM Wind Symphony is joined by the Cincinnati Wind Band and the CCM Trombone Choir to present a thrilling concert of collaborations, culminating in a performance of Respighi’s epic Pines of Rome. Titled "Inspirations" the performance is at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2 in Corbett Auditorium.
Event: January 31, 2025 7:30 PM
The CCM Philharmonia wishes to summon spring early in its upcoming concert on Friday, Jan. 31. Titled "Wishful Thinking" the performance features spring-inspired works by Robert Schumann and Igor Stravinsky. Tickets are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.
Event: January 24, 2025 12:00 AM
UC College-Conservatory of Music hosts its Moveable Feast fundraising gala live and in-person on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025. Presented by CCMpower, a dedicated volunteer group of friends, advocates and alumni, Moveable Feast 2025: A Tempo generates essential support for the next generation of performing and media artists at CCM. Learn more about the event's "artistic menu" in our digital program!
