Patrick Hunninghake

Patrick Hunninghake is a music educator and trumpet player based in Seattle. He currently performs with the Harmonia Orchestra and chorus and serves as the principal trumpet for the Puget Sound Symphony Orchestra. With a deep passion for music education, Patrick has dedicated over 10 years to teaching and inspiring young musicians. Most recently he was the director of bands at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, WA. This fall Patrick will begin his Doctorate of Musical Arts at the University of Washington. Patrick earned his Master’s Degree in Orchestral Performance from Indiana University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from the University of Kansas. His musical journey has been shaped by the guidance of esteemed teachers, including John Rommel, Scott Moore, Steve Leisring, Anthony Plog, and Dale Clevenger.