Michael J. Colburn

Albans, Vermont, and graduated from Bellows Free Academy there in 1982. He attended Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam for two years before transferring to Arizona State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in music performance in 1986. He received his master's degree in conducting from George Mason University in 1991. Colburn retired his commission on 12 July 2014. He was succeeded by Lieutenant Colonel Jason Fettig. Formerly director of bands at Butler University in Indianapolis, Colburn serves as conductor of the Me2 Orchestra/Burlington, and in January 2023 he joined the faculty of the University of Vermont in an adjunct capacity. Currently, Colburn serves as music director and conductor of the Orchestra of Northern New York (ONNY) as well as visiting professor of conducting and conductor of the orchestra at the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam.

• Name — Michael J. Colburn • Born — 1964 • Allegiance — United States • Branch — United States Marine Corps • Service Years — 1987–2014 • Rank — Colonel • Commands — United States Marine Band • Awards — Navy Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit • Alma Mater — State University of New York Arizona State University George Mason University • Spouse — Nancy Shepard Colburn • Children — 2 • Other Work — Director of Bands at Butler University