Lucas Shogren
Adjunct Faculty
M.M. Colorado State University
B.M., B.M.E. University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
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Professor Shogren has toured internationally as a chamber musician and given numerous solo performances, showcasing both original works and standard cello repertoire. He is the cellist and co-composer for Clocks & Clouds, a group that has fused classical and rock styles to create an exciting and innovative performance experience, inspiring audiences across the country.
In addition to performing, Shogren is an accomplished composer, having been commissioned to create music for various ensembles. He serves as the executive producer for Good Courage Music Productions, where he composes and produces material for television and film. His music has been published with Wingert-Jones Publications, Carl Fischer Music, and In the Groove Music.
Mr. Shogren is an experienced educator, currently serving as a high school orchestra director and conductor of the Repertory Orchestra with Minnesota Youth Symphonies. In 2019, he received The Master Teacher: School Orchestra Award from the Minnesota String & Orchestra Teachers Association.
Shogren holds a Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, as well as a Master of Music in Conducting from Colorado State University.
