Dr. Dylan Mashburn is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Music at Bismarck State College. He is an educator, performer, and researcher whose work focuses on brass pedagogy, music theory, aural skills, and music education.

Dr. Mashburn earned a Bachelor of Science in Music and a Master of Arts in Music Education from the University of North Alabama before completing the Doctor of Musical Arts in Trombone Performance at the University of Memphis. During his doctoral studies, he served as Instructor of Record for Aural Skills I and II, co-instructor for Popular Music Theory, and graduate teaching assistant in the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music. In these roles, he taught undergraduate musicianship courses, coached student ensembles, provided applied brass instruction, and mentored students in music theory and ear training.

As an active performer, Dr. Mashburn has performed with orchestras, wind bands, jazz ensembles, chamber groups, and commercial ensembles throughout the Southeast. He is the founder and director of Kicks n’ Licks, a contemporary brass ensemble dedicated to engaging audiences through innovative programming and community outreach.

His scholarly interests center on brass pedagogy, experiential learning, and collegiate music education. His doctoral research, Brass Routes, explores community-based brass instruction and creative approaches to expanding access to brass education through partnerships between universities, schools, and local communities.

Dr. Mashburn is passionate about helping students become thoughtful, confident musicians while fostering an inclusive learning environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and artistic excellence. He believes music education should challenge students to develop not only technical proficiency but also creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for music.

Clyde Bauman – Voice
Rhonda Gowen - Clarinet
Darren King – Double Bass, Bass Guitar, Improvisation
Douglas Klein – Guitar, Bass Guitar
Nicholas Mortenson: Low Brass
Dr. Maureen Murchie – Violin, Viola
David Sorenson – Piano, Percussion, Composition
Elizabeth Weiss - Piano
 

Performing ensemble offerings include:

Concert Band - Open to all students, this is a performing ensemble for those students who enjoy expression through instrumental playing. It is a non-audition group and performs a wide variety of band literature.

Pep Band – The Mystics Pep Band is a lively and fun ensemble that performs at sporting events and other school functions to boost school spirit and energize the crowd.

Jazz Ensemble - Open to all students. Jazz literature is performed from all 20th century styles, improvisation, concerts throughout the year at BSC in around the community.

String Ensemble - Open to all students with a background in stringed instruments. The string ensemble performs classical music, modern arrangements, and popular songs throughout the year.

Concert Choir – Open to all BSC students. This ensemble provides an opportunity for students who love to sing and want to do it in a group setting. Concert Choir performs a wide variety of choral repertoire from the Middle Ages through the 21st Century.

Women's Ensemble - Women’s Ensemble is a non-auditioned vocal ensemble open to students from across the campus. Repertoire ranges from classical and sacred works to folk songs, pop arrangements, and traditional women’s chorus literature.

Men's Ensemble - Men’s Ensemble is a non-auditioned vocal ensemble open to students from across the campus. Repertoire ranges from classical and sacred works to folk songs, pop arrangements, and traditional men’s chorus literature.
Applied instrumental lessons offered include high brass, low brass, woodwinds, piano, voice, high strings, low strings, percussion, guitar, and bass guitar.