Chad Winkler

Chad Winkler joined the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra as fourth/utility trumpet in November 2008. During the 2010-2011 season, Chad performed as acting principal trumpet in several concerts with the PSO.Prior to winning the PSO position, Chad held positions with the Wheeling (WV) Symphony, the West Virginia Symphony and the Erie Philharmonic. He has also performed with the orchestras of Honolulu and Jacksonville, as well as acting principal trumpet with the orchestras of the Pittsburgh Ballet and Pittsburgh Opera. Chad earned his Bachelor of Music degree from West Virginia University, where he studied with his father, Dr. John Winkler. Chad earned his Master of Music degree from Duquesne University, where he studied with Pittsburgh Symphony Principal Trumpet, George Vosburgh. Chad began his trumpet studies at age 12. In 1996, Chad attended the Interlochen Arts Camp, where he was a winner of the concerto competition.