Michael Romero

Brass Staff

Michael Romero is currently the Director of Bands at Carson Middle School in Fort Carson, Colorado. He graduated with Highest Honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor’s of Music Education with a concentration in instrumental music. While at the University of Illinois, Michael was active in the concert band, orchestra, and jazz programs through ensembles, private lessons, and group instruction. He was also a member of the University of Illinois Marching Illini.

Outside of the University of Illinois, Michael was a member of the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps from 2019 to 2022, serving as the trumpet section leader for the 2022 season. In addition to Music City, he has taught on the instructional staffs of the Blue Knights Percussion Ensemble, the O’Fallon Township Marching Band, Fountain-Fort Carson Marching Band, and many other marching arts programs around the country. Michael is very excited to continue with Music City this season! In his free time, Michael enjoys writing music, exercising, and spending time with friends and family.