Interviewee: Art Himmelberger

Interviewer: Gus Nolan and Jan Stivesr

Interview Date: April 1, 2022

Summary: Arthur Himmelberger talks about his early personal history and undergraduate experience at the University of Michigan which supported and developed his skills as a percussionist. He also talks about his professional experiences leading bands in elementary, middle, and high schools before working at West Point and Marist College. Arthur developed the Marist band before eventually becoming Director of the Music Department. He shares memorable stories from working with students throughout his career as well as past challenges and his hopes for the future of the Marist Music Department.