Background
Battenberg, Thomas V. was born on July 30, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio, United States. Son of Virgil B. and Evelyn (Craig) Battenberg.
Battenberg, Thomas V. was born on July 30, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio, United States. Son of Virgil B. and Evelyn (Craig) Battenberg.
Bachelor of Science in Music Education, Ohio State University, 1963; Master of Music, Arizona State University, 1965.
Musician, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, 1965-1966; professor music, Ohio State University, Columbus, 1966-1992; assistant director School Music, Ohio State University, 1987-1992; musician, Columbus Symphony, since 1966; musician, Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra, Columbus, since 1979. Band ldr. Ohio State University Jazz Ensemble, 1970-1990, Tom Battenberg Orchestra, Columbus, 1970.
Member National Association Jazz Educators (Ohio president 1985-1987), International Trumpet Guild, Music Educators National Conference, National Association Schools Music, Ohio Music Education Association.
Married Beverly J. Torkelson, November 24, 1964 (divorced 1975). Children: Erik T., Kurt J. Married Helen L. Liebman, September 1, 1985.