Congratulations to Brennan Nelson who won his division at the 2013 Solo and Ensemble Competition with his performance of the Lars Erik-Larsson Concertino. Brennan will play on the winner’s concert on May 2, 2013.
Congratulations to Matthew Reiland who has accepted a scholarship to attend the University of Iowa where he will study Trombone Performance and ROTC.
Congratulations to Blake Manternach who has accepted a scholarship to attend the New England Conservatory where he will study jazz trombone!
Congratulations to Blake Manternach of Iowa City West High School for winning “Top Soloist” award at the 2013 Iowa Jazz Championships!
Congratulations to my student Blake Manternach for being named Lead Trombone in the Iowa All-State Jazz Band!
Matthew Reiland (Solon High School) was named to the 2012 Iowa All-State Band. Congrats!
Blake Manternach (Iowa City West High) was named to the 2012 All-State Band. Congrats!
Blake Manternach was accepted into the Brubeck Jazz Colony, which only accepts three brass musicians. Congratulations, Blake!
Blake Manternach was accepted into the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, which is housed under the Monterrey Jazz Festival. Congratulations, Blake!
Blake Manternach was named “Outstanding Soloist” at the 2012 Iowa Jazz Championships. Congratulations, Blake!
Dr. Jonathan Sayre Allen 