Gary Poffenbarger, a distinguished educator and performer, is Associate Professor of Practice at The University of Texas at San Antonio where he imparts his extensive knowledge and experience to music majors, conducts insightful weekly masterclasses, and directs the UTSA Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, The Boom Squad. His career includes performances with The Boston Brass and as principal tubist with The U.S. Air Force Academy Band. He has arranged over 150 works and appeared on numerous recordings and television broadcasts. He regularly performs with the San Antonio Philharmonic and is the co-founder of Castle Brass.
Gary collaborates as an artist/clinician with Eastman Music Company.