John William Brink

is a composer, conductor, educator, and trombonist based in Pittsburgh, PA. He draws inspiration for his compositions from artworks, natural scenery, and the human condition to make his music as colorful as possible. An advocate for new music, John has performed in multiple new music concerts as a vocalist and trombonist.

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As a composer, John has had numerous compositions premiered by friends and colleagues at the Carnegie Mellon University School of Music, where he is also a student. He has written for numerous ensembles including orchestra, wind ensemble, choir, chamber orchestra, jazz ensemble, and numerous chamber groups. 

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As a conductor, John is experienced in a multiplicity of settings including orchestras, wind ensembles, musical pit orchestras, and opera orchestras. Composer Gregory Hall appointed John to conduct the world premiere of his chamber opera, Marvelous, in West Virginia in April 2025. 

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As a music educator, John serves as Instructor of Composition and Conducting at the Staff Studio located in Blairsville, PA. Here, he guides students in the arts of writing and arranging music, as well as leading musicians with conducting.