Nick Collins

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Nick Collins ntakagi Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:53

Nick Collins joined the Music Institute of Chicago tuba/euphonium faculty in October 2024. He earned a bachelor of music degree from Kennesaw State University and a master of music degree from Northwestern University. He has also performed with the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, and the Atlanta Low Brass Academy.

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Basic Teaching Philosophy or Special Music Interests/Specialties

I believe the individual student is the centerpiece of all music education. I look to contribute all necessary tools for each student to discover, interpret, and express their musical voice. As a teacher, it is my responsibility to help guide the student through their own unique path to their highest potential.  

Because music is such a personal subject, I help my students set goals according to the role music plays in their lives. Additionally, I am aware of the depth of diversity among students and the role it plays in the individual’s foundation of values both in and out of music. Knowing this, I strive to incorporate the benefits and lessons gained through music into the student's unique interests. While I always have a definitive set of fundamental skills and goals for all of my students, what they attain personally from developing these skills is most important.

Department

Community Music School

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Education

Master of Music, Northwestern University
Bachelor of Music, Kennesaw State University

ncollins@musicinst.org

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Name

Nick Collins

Person Type

Faculty

Phone

847.905.1500

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Professional Affiliations & Activities

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra
Civic Orchestra of Chicago
Atlanta Low Brass Academy

Program Area

Private Instruction

Three Questions Answer

Hobbies/interests outside of music:
I love to cook, play video games, and spend time lounging on the couch with my wife and our pets!

Most memorable musical moment:
My most memorable musical moment was performing on stage with Andrea Bocelli and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in the Fiserv Forum arena. What a voice!

What you love about Chicago:
I absolutely love the food culture in Chicago. There are so many different cuisines and restaurants to explore all around the city, and I have only scratched the surface since moving from Atlanta. My favorite restaurant so far is The Gage on Michigan Avenue!

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