About

Tommy Shermulis currently holds a master's degree in clarinet performance from the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with Mr. Charles Neidich. Tommy also holds his bachelor's degree from Illinois State University, where he studied with Dr. David Gresham. Tommy has been a winner of the Illinois State University Concerto Competition, the King's Peak International Music Competition, and the Lillian Fuchs Chamber Music Competition.

Tommy is currently 3rd/Bass Clarinet for the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. He also performs as a freelance musician and private music teacher based between Chicago and New York. He actively premieres new contemporary works, performs with local theaters, and plays with his jazz group, the Dynamic Duo.

When Tommy is not performing, he's usually found playing Pokémon, riding his bike, or goofing off with his friends.