Biography

Phillip Marion, DMA, is a Philadelphia-based euphonium artist, educator, and clinician. He serves as Solo Euphonium of the Philadelphia Wind Symphony and regularly works with students, schools, and ensembles through performances, private instruction, masterclasses, and educational clinics. Having performed throughout the United States and Europe, he is passionate about helping audiences and musicians connect more deeply with music through thoughtful artistry, communication, and education.

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Phillip has performed with numerous ensembles, including the Philadelphia Wind Symphony, University of Pennsylvania Wind Ensemble, Dallas Brass Band, Princeton Brass Band & Symphonic Brass, Atlantic Brass Band, Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra, and the James Madison University Brass Band and Symphony Orchestra. He has also received recognition in regional and international brass performance competitions.

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His teaching experience includes university-level instruction at Temple University, where he served as graduate intern for the music education department, as well as private instruction and coaching for brass students of varied ages and experience levels. His areas of expertise include brass performance and pedagogy, music literature, music history, and music appreciation. 

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In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Phillip maintains interests in music research and arts administration. He completed his Doctor of Musical Arts degree at James Madison University, where his dissertation examined the development of American euphonium literature and repertoire. He currently works in development for the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts & Sciences.