Pershing’s Own
Thirty-two years with The United States Army Band, concluding as Concert Band Group Leader and Sergeant Major, with performances at many of the nation’s most significant events.
Yamaha Performing Artist
Trumpeter · Educator · Arranger · Publisher
About Chuck Seipp
Sergeant Major (retired) Chuck Seipp is a nationally recognized trumpeter whose career brings together elite military performance, university teaching, music publishing, and multimedia concert production.
32Years · U.S. Army Band
200+Concerts Orchestrated
26States Performed
2027Concerts Scheduled Through
The Musician Behind The Music
A Life In Performance
From national ceremonies in Washington, D.C. to concert halls across America and Europe, Chuck’s work is rooted in artistry, service, education, and a genuine connection with audiences.
Chuck performed extensively throughout the United States and abroad as a member of The United States Army Band, “Pershing’s Own,” culminating his 32-year career as Concert Band Group Leader.
As Sergeant Major, he took part in national, presidential, and historic events; major concerts and ceremonies in Washington, D.C.; and services at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. His assignments included the Concert Band, Orchestra, Ceremonial Band, Herald Trumpets, and Brass Quintet, with featured appearances as soloist.
His performance career also includes work with the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington Opera House Orchestra, Washington Ballet Orchestra, and Washington Bach Consort. He leads The Commonwealth Brass Quintet and has toured and recorded throughout Europe with renowned organist Diane Bish, appearing as trumpet soloist on her Joy of Music television series.
Through CJ Seipp Music Publications, Chuck makes his brass arrangements available to musicians internationally. His music has been performed and recorded by ensembles including the Canadian Brass Quintet and The U.S. Army Brass Quintet. His collaboration with organist Mary Mozelle produced The Wedding Book, a widely used collection for trumpeters and organists.
Today, Chuck manages, promotes, and performs with the Seipp/Williams and Seipp/Fickley Trumpet & Organ Duos and the Seipp/Kasparian Trumpet & Piano Duo. Their programs combine specialized arrangements with synchronized video to create engaging, moving, and highly entertaining concert experiences.
Career Highlights
Service · Teaching · Artistry
A multifaceted career shaped by world-class performance, dedicated mentorship, and entrepreneurial creativity.
Teacher & Clinician
Adjunct Professor of Trumpet at James Madison University through May 2025; former faculty at Shenandoah University and Visiting Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University.
Concert Duos
More than 200 concerts across 26 states, blending trumpet with organ or piano, custom arrangements, and synchronized visual storytelling.
Education & Personal
- Bachelor of Music Education — University of Kansas
- Master’s Degree in Trumpet Performance — The Catholic University of America
- Doctoral Degree in Trumpet Performance — The Catholic University of America
- Chuck and his wife Julie grew up in Akron, Iowa, and are the proud parents of five children.
Chuck Seipp is proud to be a Yamaha Performing Artist.
Entrepreneurs In Music
The Art Of Self-Publishing
In 2008, Chuck joined a Polyphonic.org discussion panel titled “Entrepreneurs in Music—and Don’t Forget About Mozart!” to share the experience behind CJ Seipp Music Publications.
“Chuck, thank you for being such a savvy inspiration. Wishing you a magical and successful artistic life!”
Chuck chose self-publishing so he could retain creative control over his arrangements and maintain direct contact with the musicians who purchased and performed them. The path required converting handwritten manuscripts into professional notation and learning every stage of production.
Creating a professional product meant sourcing quality paper, securing high-resolution printing, presenting the music clearly, and then taking responsibility for advertising and making the catalog accessible to performers.
The greatest reward was personal connection. Publishing independently allowed Chuck to meet talented musicians, hear how the arrangements were being used, and build lasting professional relationships with performers around the world.
Self-publishing required a serious investment of time and money, but it also ensured that the music remained available and actively promoted. Chuck credits the encouragement and help of many colleagues—especially his friend and fellow panel member Douglas Richard.
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