Gordon Grubbs
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Musician, Band Director
Gordon Grubbs grew up in a very musical home. His mother was a professional pianist and was very encouraging to Gordon when he was three and wanted to play. Gordon was later guided by a very influential teacher, which was an experience that forever cemented his own direction in music. He studied at the National Music Camp in Interlochen, Michigan, earned a degree in performances at Wichita State University and soon became a member of a number of musical organizations including the Chamber Orchestra of Wichita, the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Grossmont Symphony String Quartet in San Diego, where he serves as principal cellist.