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Airman 1st Class Spencer Banister

A1C Spencer Banister is a trombonist with the USAF Band of the Golden West, Travis AFB, CA. Originally from Papillion, NE, his Air Force career began in 2024.

A1C Banister is a 2022 graduate of Oklahoma Christian University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in music education. In 2024, Banister received a master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory, where he served as graduate teaching assistant for the jazz area. His primary teachers include Marcus Lewis, JoDee Davis, Jeff Kidwell, and Pete Madsen. He has performed with the Oklahoma City Jazz Orchestra, Topeka Symphony, Marcus Lewis Big Band, and numerous other ensembles. In 2022, Banister received honorable mention in the Yamaha Young Performing Artists competition.

Education

2022 – Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education – Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond, OK
2024 – Master of Arts in Music (Jazz Emphasis) – University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory, Kansas City, MO

Assignments

July 2024 – present, Trombonist, USAF Band of the Golden West, Travis Air Force Base, CA

Major Awards and Decorations

Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon
Air and Space Training Ribbon

Effective Dates of Promotion

Airman First Class June 4, 2024