Dr. Luke Strother

Director of Concert and Athletic Bands | Visiting Assistant Professor | Trombone

Office: FA 211

(208) 282-3147

lukestrother@isu.edu

• D.M.A., Rutgers University (2012)
• M.Mus., Rutgers University (2009)
• B.Mus., Boise State University (2004)

Luke Strother is the Director of Bands at Idaho State University and oversees the Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, and Pep Bands as well as teaches the trombone studio. A trombonist for Opera Idaho and former principal trombonist of the Brass Band of the Treasure Valley, Strother has performed across the country and is looking forward to performance opportunities in the Pocatello area. Prior to his appointment at ISU in 2025, Strother served as Director of Bands at the College of Idaho. Strother earned his DMA in trombone performance from Rutgers University where he studied with Michael Powell and John Rojak, both of the American Brass Quintet.