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Tribute to one of the greatest trumpet teachers of the 20th century

Established 1996
Bill Adam
William Adam (1917-2013)

For years it has been told that Bill Adam studied with William Vacchiano. It was on Mr. Adam's bio when it first appeared on this website in 1996 that was first assembled by a former student.

Gary Grant is part of the world famous "Jerry Hey" horn section. Gary authored The Studio Musician's Manual -- For a Long & Productive Career and is available online at http://everythingtrumpet.com/the-studio-musician-s-manual.

Made possible by Daniel Morris (Director of Major Gifts/IU School of Music) a plaque of Mr. Adam will be displayed on the wall next to Mr. Adam's studio in the hallway commonly known as Trumpet Row on the 3rd floor. Inscription by Diane Davis-Deckard, Mr. Adam's daughter.

This episode features an interview with Greg Wing who studied trumpet with Bill Adam at Indiana University. Gregory H. Wing is Professor of Music/trumpet at Morehead State University and is recognized as one of the nation’s leading trumpet artists having served as Lead Trumpet with the Buddy Rich Big Band, Paul Anka, and four years with Tom Jones.