Max Kinard is a masters student studying trumpet performance. He is a native of Anderson, South Carolina and received a bachelor’s degree in instrumental music education. He will hold an assistantship position within the trumpet studio, guiding and helping other students better their musicianship. During his free time, Max likes to go on hikes and go to the lake. He also likes to play percussion aside from trumpet. Being a professional musician is his dream and he is excited for App State to help him during the next phase of his journey.