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Greg Zelek with Caleb Hudson, Trumpet
Venue: Overture Hall
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
7:30 p.m.
$28-$51
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Trumpeter Caleb Hudson has made a name for himself as one of the most virtuosic trumpet soloists, as well as a respected pedagogue. Greg Zelek had the opportunity to collaborate with Caleb for the first time in 2022 when he was a member of the Canadian Brass. Now we get the opportunity to share his incredible talent with you all in a program featuring many arrangements for organ and trumpet, such as Bartok’s Romanian Dances, as well as works written by and for Caleb himself. Join us for this thrilling evening!
Featuring
Greg Zelek, organ
Caleb Hudson, trumpet
Program
Concert Run Time: Approx. 1 hour and 20 mins
Music
Giambattista Martini, Arr. Michael Rondeau, Toccata in D Major for Trumpet and Organ
Claude Bolling, Rag-Polka from Toot Suite
Sigfrid Karg-Elert, Marche triomphale ‘Nun Danket Alle Gott’
Remy Le Boeuf, Vignette No. 20
Caleb Hudson, That They Will Know from Nothing Less
Johann Sebastian Bach, Allegro from Keyboard Concerto in D Major, BWV 972
Johann Sebastian Bach, Adagio from Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, BWV 974
Johann Sebastian Bach, Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067
Craig Seller Lang, Fanfare, Op. 85
Thomas Arne, Flute Solo
Craig Seller Lang, Tuba Tune, Op. 15
Oskar Lindberg, Gammal fäbod från Dalarna
Vince Guaraldi (arr. Zelek), Thanksgiving Theme
Johann Sebastian Bach (arr. Virgil Fox), Nun danket alle Gott from Cantata No. 79
Béla Bartók, Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56
Enhance Your Concert Experience
Take Note: Drinks Allowed in Overture Hall
As of this season, drinks are allowed inside Overture Hall during all Madison Symphony Orchestra concerts. Refreshments may be purchased at bars and concession stands located around the Overture Hall lobby before each concert and during intermission. Please enjoy food in the lobby and unwrap any candy or cough drops before the performance begins. Thank you!
“…Mr. Hudson dazzling the crowd with the famous piccolo trumpet…” — MSO Subscriber
“Caleb Hudson did not just navigate the notes, he gave both shape to his own part and conscious thought to his interaction with the other, less robust instruments” — Seen And Heard International
Meet the Performers
Greg Zelek, organ
Caleb Hudson, trumpet
Thank You To Our Generous Sponsors!
MAJOR SPONSORS
Jane Hamblen and Robert F. Lemanske
Skofronick Family Charitable Trust
Greg Zelek is the MSO’s Principal Organist and Elaine and Nicholas Mischler Curator of the Overture Concert Organ.
Uniting virtuosity and musical sensitivity, Caleb Hudson has carved out a unique space in the world of classical trumpet. A long-standing member of the esteemed Canadian Brass for over a decade, he has captivated international audiences. Caleb, a native of Lexington, Kentucky, earned both his Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from the Juilliard School. The New York Times has praised his artistry as “brilliantly stylish.”
In March 2024 Hudson releases his debut solo album “Nothing Less,” a testament to the art of ensemble-driven dialogue. Featuring a distinct blend of solo trumpet, violin, cello, flute, and clarinet, the music allows virtuosity and collaboration to intermingle seamlessly. The album introduces fresh compositions by Remy Le Boeuf, Kyle Athayde, and Caleb Hudson himself, while also offering innovative takes on classics by Corelli and Philip Glass.
Caleb is acclaimed for his renditions of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, which he performs on both the modern piccolo trumpet and the historical baroque trumpet. This expertise has enabled solo engagements with renowned ensembles such as the Philadelphia Orchestra, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Orchestra of St. Luke’s, Trinity Baroque Orchestra, Handel and Haydn Society, and Philharmonia Baroque.
Caleb co-founded “Triple Cortado,” an innovative trio featuring Canadian Brass trombonist Achilles Liarmakopoulos and virtuosic pianist Ahmed Alom. This reimagined piano trio explores a diverse range of new compositions and arrangements, pushing the boundaries of brass chamber music.
Beyond performance, Caleb is deeply committed to expanding the brass repertoire. A prolific arranger and composer, his works are often performed by Canadian Brass. His original composition, “White Rose Elegy,” debuted at Lincoln Center, performed by the New York Philharmonic Principal Brass.
Caleb’s contributions also extend to educational literature; he was the recording artist for the groundbreaking Suzuki Trumpet School, Volume I. He credits his artistic growth to mentors such as Richard Byrd, Vincent DiMartino, Ken Larson, Raymond Mase, Mark Gould, and John Thiessen.
Currently, Caleb serves as the Associate Professor of Trumpet at the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas at Austin. He has previously taught at the University of North Texas and Colorado State University, where his students have achieved professional success in both academic and performance realms. Deeply grateful for the opportunities and insights his musical journey has provided, Caleb is committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Rooted in a deep faith in Christ, Caleb resides in Texas with his wife, Amanda, and their three children.