Melvyn Broiles

Background

Broiles, Melvyn was born in Coquille, Oregon, United States.

Education

Studied with William Vacchiano, The Juilliard School.

Career

First trumpet, United States Military Academy Band, West Point, 1951-1954; first trumpet, NBC Symphony of the Air, 1955; first trumpet, Philadelphia Orchestra, 1957; principal trumpet, Metropolitan Opera, New York City, since 1958; member music faculty, The Juilliard School, New York City, since 1971. Teacher clinics featuring all instruments of trumpet family. Guest conductor numerous universities, United States, Mexico.

Achievements

• Melvyn Broiles has been listed as a noteworthy Trumpeter, educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Works

• Other Work

  • Composer numerous works for brass ensemble. Also trumpet study books.