Chuck Throckmorton, Conductor/Music Director

Originally from Florida, Chuck grew up in the Midwest earning a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Iowa.  Chuck also holds a Master of Arts from Stephen F. Austin State University, where he held an adjunct faculty position in the School of Music.  Chuck moved with his family to Houston in 1989 to become the Assistant Band Director for the Shepherd Independent School District.  After directing bands at both the St. Thomas and Episcopal High Schools in the Houston area, Chuck became Director of Bands at Rice University.  Chuck plays French Horn with The Houston Brass, as well as other professional ensembles in the area.  He has also served as the Principal Horn of the Pasadena Philharmonic.