The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance welcomes Brian Sugrue as instructor of tuba and euphonium at Colorado State University.
Dr. Sugrue has a well-established career as a top-level performer and pedagogue on both euphonium and tuba.
“His numerous accolades and high level of performance make him a natural fit for CSU’s Music program, and we look forward to the Tuba-Euphonium Studio’s continued growth under Dr. Sugrue,” said John McGuire, music program head and horn professor. “Having an applied professor of his caliber makes CSU a destination school for any aspiring young tuba or euphonium student!”
About Brian Sugrue
Tubist Brian Sugrue has performed has appeared both nationally and internationally, with performances across the United States, Spain, Austria, and the United Kingdom. His appearances include major events such as the Fischoff International Chamber Music Competition, Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) competitions, the North American Brass Band Association (NABBA) Championships, International Tuba Euphonium Association (ITEA) regional and international conferences, the U.S. Army Band Tuba-Euphonium Workshop, and the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Convention.
Dr. Sugrue was a founding member of the internationally recognized euphonium quartet FivE. Formed in 2012, the group gained sponsorship from Buffet Group USA and Besson USA, and became known for its innovative programming, original arrangements, and competition success — including being the first euphonium quartet invited to the Fischoff Competition.
A strong advocate for the British brass band tradition, Dr. Sugrue has performed with notable ensembles including Colorado Brass and the Atlantic Brass Band, performing on euphonium, baritone, BBb bass, and currently Eb bass.
Dr. Sugrue’s debut solo album, Songs of Travel, is available on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube.
Originally from Newtown, Pennsylvania, Dr. Sugrue holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Brass Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Colorado Boulder, a Master of Music in Tuba Performance from the University of Miami Frost School of Music, and a Bachelor of Music Education from The Pennsylvania State University.
Welcome, Brian!