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August 21, 2025 44 mins

In this episode of The People of Penn State, we chat with John Maurer ('15g A&A), a trumpet and flugelhorn artist, educator, and recording musician who has performed across North America. 

He teaches trumpet at Marywood University in Pennsylvania and serves as a lead Teaching Artist at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, the historic site of the Woodstock festival.

John has performed in renowned venues such as Lincoln Center, the Kimmel Center, and the Banff Centre, and has appeared for public figures including Reverend Jesse Jackson and Prince Edward. His powerful versions of “The Star-Spangled Banner” have been featured at major sporting events for the New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, NASCAR, and other notable organizations.

In 2018, John released his debut album, "Songs For My Son," which was praised by the International Trumpet Guild and is available to stream worldwide.

Listen to some of John's performances here!

For more alumni stories, visit pennstatermag.com

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