Marcellus Brown Retirement Celebration
A Legacy Celebration
After 33 years of outstanding service at Boise State University, Professor Marcellus Brown will retire at the end of the 2022-2023 academic year. To commemorate this milestone, we held a weekend of meaningful events celebrating Prof. Brown’s accomplishments and achievements during his tenure as Director of Bands.
For everyone that attended, participated or offered support, we sincerely thank you. And while the festivities may have concluded, you can still support and celebrate Prof. Brown by supporting the Marcellus Brown Band Scholarship.
Marcellus Brown Band Scholarship
To establish a permanent legacy in honor of Prof. Brown, we seek contributions to the Marcellus Brown Band Scholarship. The scholarship will provide a four-year award to an outstanding musician playing in the Boise State Symphonic Winds each year, forever! In addition, the scholarship will contribute to the continued growth and quality of the entire department.
Prof. Brown's Bio
Marcellus Brown, Director of Bands, will retire in the Spring of 2023 after a successful career that includes 33 years of excellence at Boise State. As Director of Bands, Mr. Brown conducts the University Symphonic Winds and the Treasure Valley Concert Band. He teaches instrumental conducting and serves as the Director of the Boise State Summer Chamber Music Camp. He also served as the Professor of Trumpet for just over 20 years at Boise State.
A native of Detroit, Michigan, Mr. Brown holds a Master of Music Degree in Trumpet Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education Degree from the University of Michigan. He has done doctoral work at the University of Illinois.