Band Director

Josh Biere has held the position of Principal Tuba with Madison Symphony since 2013 and has performed with numerous professional orchestras in the region including the Milwaukee Symphony, Grant Park Symphony, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Des Moines Symphony, Elgin Symphony, Dubuque Symphony, Wisconsin Philharmonic and many others. He holds degrees from Illinois Wesleyan University, Northwestern University, and a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

A highly sought after-educator, Biere previously maintained a studio of over 50 tuba and euphonium students in the Chicago area with some of the region’s best music programs. His students consistently find success in regional and all-state bands and orchestras, and often receive scholarships to continue their studies in colleges and universities across the country. He has given guest recitals and masterclasses at UW Madison, as well as Illinois Wesleyan University.  As a soloist, he appeared with the Madison Symphony in the 2018-2019 season to critical acclaim.  He currently resides in Sun Prairie with his wife, four kids, two cats, and one very large dog.