In addition to performing, one of Dr. Wetzel’s over-riding passions is teaching and working with young musicians.
Currently, he holds many different positions that reflect his interest in music education and jazz pedagogy. These include:
- Associate Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Studies at Moravian College
- Hurd Chair for Art and Music at Moravian College
- Director of Summer Music Camps, Moravian College
- Director of the Big Band at the Karel Velebny Summer Jazz Workshop, Frydlant, Czech Republic
- Educational Director of the SteelStacks Jazz Band Showcase presented by ArtsQuest
Other educational activities include:
- Adjudicator at national jazz and music festivals
- Clinician at conferences, schools, and symposiums
- Guest conductor for bands and jazz ensembles
I am available for:
- leading clinics
- leading masterclasses
- appearing as guest conductor
- guest performer with ensembles