Dr. Kevin Pruiett not only directs the Bison Jazz Orchestra, but he also teaches a variety of courses including Jazz Improvisation and Instrumental Music in the Church. He is currently completing a doctorate in trumpet performance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Over the years, his teachers have included Dr. Michael Ewald and Ray Sasaki at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, Dr. W. Parker Melvin at Eastern Illinois University, Randy Reyman and Dr. Christopher Krummel at Millikin University. Beyond his teaching schedule and work on his doctorate, Pruiett teaches private trumpet lessons.
Educational Background: B.M., Millikin University M.A., Eastern Illinois University D.M.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Courses Taught: Studio Trumpet Bison Jazz Orchestra Symphonic Band Brass Technique Brass Ensemble Introduction to Music Study Introduction to Music Synthesis Band Instrument Repair Bison Jazz Messengers Combo Jazz Improvisation Instrumental Music in the Church Assistant Director of Bands Pep Band Director Recital Recording Coordinator Music Technology Lab Coordinator
Selected Publications and/or Professional Activities: University of Illinois Wind Symphony Guy M. Duker Award