Lincoln, Neb.--Bradley Greathouse, a doctoral horn performance student in the Glenn Korff School of Music, placed 2nd in the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Young Artist Performance competition in brass.
The competition took place March 17-18 during the MTNA National Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
“I’m honored to be the national 2nd place winner in the MTNA Young Artist Brass Competition,” Greathouse said. “The entire experience was both rewarding and inspiring. Performing on the national stage is a rare, exhilarating opportunity and receiving a reward for my work is truly an honor. MTNA was full of inspirational young musicians to listen to and renowned judges whose feedback was invaluable. I left the experience with new motivation and energy to continue my work.”
Greathouse studies with Professor of Horn Alan Mattingly.
“I am incredibly proud of Bradley for winning 2nd prize in the Young Artist Division of the MTNA competition,” he said. “This is a testament to his dedication, artistry and countless hours of hard work. It’s inspiring to see Bradley’s passion for music recognized at such a high level, and there is no doubt there are even more great things to come from him.”
Greathouse performed four pieces in the competition: “En Forêt” by Eugène Bozza, “Nocturno” by Franz Struass, “Laudatio” by Bernhard Krol and “Sonata for Horn and Piano, Mvt.1” by Gina Gillie.
“The performance itself was pure joy,” he said. “My goal going in was simple: to let go, have fun and enjoy the moment. I worked hard for this opportunity, and it was my time to go take it. When the nerves inevitably hit, I focused on my gratitude for the moment and how much I enjoyed the music I was playing. Though, like any performance art, there are mistakes I wish I could take back, I’m proud of the effort I put forth. Hearing my name during the awards ceremony was a moment I will carry with me for a long time.”
Greathouse will have his first DMA recital on May 4 at 1:30 p.m. in Westbrook Music Building Rm. 119 with a fresh program of 20th and 21st century music. The recital is free and open to the public.
“I have been waiting for an opportunity to perform some of these pieces for a while now, so I am excited to share these thrilling selections with everyone,” he said.
Originally from St. Peters, Missouri, Greathouse is a first-year D.M.A. student. He works as a graduate teaching assistant instructing classes and teaching minor lessons.
He has gained recognition both locally and nationally as a soloist with some achievements that include First Prize in the Glory International Winds Competition, Runner-Up in the Mid-South Horn Regional Solo Competition and 2nd prize winner of the Mostly Mozart Concert Competition. After completion of his D.M.A., Greathouse hopes to continue his performance and teaching career as a university music professor.
