Buglers Holiday Returns to Gerry’s Music Shop on December 13
Gerry’s Music Shop is kicking off the season with a full-day trumpet celebration on Saturday, December 13, 2025, and players of all ages and levels are invited. Buglers Holiday is one of those events that feels like a mix of workshop, mini-festival, and community hang — a day built around learning, performing, and just enjoying being surrounded by fellow trumpet players.
This year’s lineup includes masterclasses from Dr. Steven Felix and Marcus González, a performance by the UMass Trumpet Ensemble, hands-on rehearsal time, and plenty of chances to try out new horns and accessories from top instrument brands.
The day runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 80 Lamb Street in South Hadley. Anyone who RSVPs ahead of time will receive a $25 gift certificate (or $100 toward an instrument purchase at the event), which is a nice bonus heading into the holiday season.
What to Expect Throughout the Day
9:00–9:45 a.m. — Check-in at the Welcome Table
10:00–10:10 a.m. — Buglers Holiday Kickoff
10:30–11:00 a.m. — Masterclass with Dr. Steven Felix
11:00–11:30 a.m. — Guest Performance
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Masterclass with Marcus González
12:00–12:20 p.m. — UMass Trumpet Ensemble Performance
12:20–12:50 p.m. — Break + Visit Vendor Tables
12:50–1:30 p.m. — Buglers Holiday Rehearsal
1:30–2:00 p.m. — Prizes + Mouthpiece Toss
2:00–2:30 p.m. — Buglers Holiday Performance
2:30–3:00 p.m. — Farewells
Throughout the day, representatives from Yamaha, Conn Selmer, Jupiter, B&S, S.E. Shires Co., and others will be on site with instruments and accessories to try.
Featured Guest Artists
Dr. Steven Felix
Dr. Steven Felix currently serves as Visiting Lecturer of Trumpet at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Lecturer of Trumpet at Dartmouth College. A decorated soloist, he earned first place at the National Trumpet Competition’s Graduate Solo Division in 2015 and has performed with major ensembles including the Rhode Island Philharmonic, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project, the Berkshire Symphony, and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.
His chamber group, Flower City Brass, was named the 2021 fellowship quintet at the American Brass Quintet Seminar at the Aspen Music Festival and School. Beyond performing, Dr. Felix has guided students to national competitions and frequently leads masterclasses in trumpet and chamber music. When he’s not teaching or performing, he enjoys time with his wife, Courtney, and their two orange cats, Mimi and Toulouse.
Marcus González
Marcus González is a classical trumpet player from Southbridge, MA, and a recent graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied under David Krauss. He earned his Bachelor of Music in Performance from UMass Amherst and has played with ensembles including the UMass Symphony Orchestra, the Smith College Symphony Orchestra, and the Mount Holyoke Symphony Orchestra.
Since moving to New York, Marcus has built an active freelance career, performing with groups like the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra and the “Amplitudo” Brass Quintet. He is a devoted chamber musician and an emerging presence in the classical trumpet world, known for his technical strength and musicality.
RSVP Bonus
Anyone who registers ahead of time will receive:
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$25 gift certificate (redeemable December 13–January 13)
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or $100 toward the purchase of an instrument at the event
The RSVP is currently handled through a Google Form, and Gerry’s Music will share additional details after submission.
Join the Celebration
Buglers Holiday is a chance to meet other trumpet players, learn from outstanding musicians, and enjoy a fun, low-pressure performance experience — all inside a local shop that’s been supporting musicians for generations.
