Thomas Rupsis is trumpet player and educator, originally from Billings, Montana. He is in the last semester of his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Texas Tech University, where he is currently student teaching in the Austin, TX area.
As an active performer, Thomas was a lead trumpet player with the Boston Crusaders (2024-25). He performed with the top wind ensemble, symphony orchestra, and jazz orchestra at Texas Tech University. He has been an active participant in the National Trumpet Competition, placing 1st in the 2024 large ensemble division, advancing to semi-finals in the large ensemble division in 2025, and advancing to the live rounds for undergraduate solo and large ensemble divisions in 2026. He was a member of the 2026 FOOSA Philharmonic Orchestra, performing in Walt Disney Hall in Los Angeles. He has also performed in Mexico City at a jazz festival with the Texas Tech University Jazz Orchestra.
In his free time, Thomas enjoys golfing, watching football, and spending time with his family.
