The Art of Trumpet Teaching Volume 16: The Legacy of Keith Johnson

Keith Johnson, a retired University of North Texas Regents Professor of Trumpet, was honored with the Distinguished Teaching Professor award. He wrote two method books and more than thirty articles, and presented masterclasses at universities and conservatories worldwide. His students hold positions in universities, orchestras, and military ensembles in over a dozen countries. Leigh Anne Hunsaker's book, The Art of Trumpet Teaching, includes Johnsons pedagogical concepts and practical advice for a new generation of teachers and players.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: University of North Texas Press,U.S.

Keith Johnson, a renowned trumpet professor, bid farewell to the University of North Texas in 2014, where he held the esteemed position of Regents Professor of Trumpet and was bestowed with the Distinguished Teaching Professor award. His extensive contributions to the field extended beyond academia, as he authored over thirty articles, two pedagogical texts, and two method books. Johnson's expertise was not limited to the classroom, as he presented masterclasses at prestigious universities and conservatories across the United States and internationally.

The impact of Johnson's teaching extends far beyond his former students, as they hold esteemed positions in universities, orchestras, and military ensembles across over a dozen countries. In The Art of Trumpet Teaching, his students offer insightful testimonials about Johnsons teaching approach, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to helping each individual reach their full potential. Alongside Johnsons biography and studio anecdotes, Leigh Anne Hunsaker presents a comprehensive compilation of pedagogical concepts derived from Johnsons six decades of teaching. These pedagogical tenets, combined with practical advice imparted to his UNT students, serve as a valuable teaching and reference handbook for a new generation of trumpet teachers and players.

Johnson's legacy as a trumpet professor is truly enduring, as his pedagogical principles and practical insights continue to shape the future of trumpet education. His dedication to his craft and unwavering commitment to his students have left an indelible mark on the trumpet community, ensuring that his influence will be felt for generations to come.

Weight: 363g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781574418583