Kenneth FuttererKenneth Futterer is an Associate Professor of Music. He holds the M.M. in Composition from North Texas State University and the B.M. from North Texas State University (Performance and Theory minors). Professor Futterer brings to his studio a wide array of talents and experience. He has been the principal oboist for the North Dallas Chamber Orchestra, the Northwest Arkansas Symphony, the Ft. Smith Symphony, the River Valley Symphony, and has performed oboe and English horn with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Professor Futterer is also a member of "Jazz Reunion," where he performs baritone saxophone, keyboards, and percussion. In addition, he is the music director and conductor for Tech's Music Theatre and the Arkansas River Valley Community Theater. Professor Futterer's teaching responsibilities at Tech include Applied Oboe, Applied Saxophone, Applied Bassoon, Composition, Theory, Jazz Improvisation, and Music Appreciation. In addition, Professor Futterer maintains a large private oboe studio. He is also responsible for the Music Department's recording services and training of students in live concert recording. Professor Futterer is a member of the Arkansas State Arts & Humanities Advisory Council, and a voting member of the Audio Engineering Society.