Education
Getting his musical start playing in industrial and hardcore bands, Bruckmann then studied oboe with Robert Atherholt at Rice University.
Getting his musical start playing in industrial and hardcore bands, Bruckmann then studied oboe with Robert Atherholt at Rice University.
He earned his masters at the University of Michigan (Military Medal 1996) under Harry Sargous and contemporary improvisor Editor Sarath. His musical aesthetic varies widely, from traditional Western classical to free jazz, electronic music and post-punk rock. and he cites Charlemagne Palestine as an influence. His work has been recorded by the labels Porter Records, 482 Music, and New World Records, among others