Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
Alec Burke is an experienced trumpet educator and performer based in Milwaukee. Currently serving as faculty at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music's Jazz Institute since November 2019, Alec provides instruction to trumpet students of all ages and offers jazz lessons and masterclasses. In addition, Alec is a trumpet substitute with the Wisconsin Philharmonic and collaborates frequently with the Black Cat Ensemble and as a co-founder of the Microcosm Ensemble. Alec also teaches brass at Brass Bell Music Store and previously held teaching positions at Brookfield Academy and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. With a Master of Music in Trumpet Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a Bachelor of Science in PreK-12 Instrumental & General Music Education from Ball State University, Alec has contributed significantly to music education and performance in various capacities.
Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is the largest non-profit community music school in the state. Founded in 1899, the Conservatory provides musical experiences to students from age four months to adults, to all levels of abilities, working to develop creative, artistic, and whole individuals. The Conservatory annually reaches over 17,000 individuals across southeast Wisconsin through individual lessons, classes, festivals, camps, concerts and our community partnership program, Conservatory Connections. About Milwaukee The city, the largest metropolitan area in Wisconsin, overlooks beautiful Lake Michigan. Containing a rich cultural heritage, Milwaukee is filled with cultural attractions such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Summerfest, Milwaukee Repertory Theater and a highly active festival season in the summer and fall. It is a thriving and growing metropolitan area, ranked in the Top 50 Best Places to live by USNews.com.