Mr. Luke Spiros is principal euphonium and featured soloist with the Spires Brass Band. In addition to the Spires Luke also serves as principal euphonium with the Grande Military Band of Virginia, one of the finest symphonic bands in the country. Previously he held position of Principal First Chair Euphonium Soloist with the U. S. Marine Band for 23 years, Washington, DC. During his tenure the with Marine Band, or the "President's Own", Luke appeared as featured soloist in major concert halls and auditoriums from coast to coast. His unequaled musical artistry and virtuosity has been appreciated by critics and audiences alike as indicated by excellent reviews and standing ovations.
Luke has been in demand as a soloist and clinician at major conferences and symposiums thoughout the United States ranging from high school to university and professional levels. His appearances have varied from Barnum and Bailey Circus, soloist with Walter Smith Band of Boston, Mass. to faculty membership on the New York Brass Conference for scholarships at Boston University, New York University, University of Vermont and Harte College of Music, to clinics at Interlochen and Elon College's National Brass Clinic.
He has written numerous articles and composed many solos for euphonium in
which he illustrates the vast potential of the instrument; modern symphonic band
composers are writing increasingly demanding passages in the extended range and
Luke's enligntening discussions have helped performers meet the challenge
For
Clinics and demonstrations contact Elise Kaplan
at Boosy & Hawkes
Luke can be contacted at lspiros@erols.com
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