Thomas Vastie, a euphonium player and instructor, is a senior at Iowa State University pursuing a degree in Animal Science. With a minor in music, Thomas plays the euphonium and baritone in multiple ensembles but also conducts the Iowa State University Marching Band as the Drum Major, serving also as a music and visual tech on staff for the past two years. Within Drum Corps, Thomas marched euphonium with the Phantom Regiment from 2021 to 2024, serving as the euphonium section leader in 2023 and horn sergeant in 2024. This summer, Thomas is thrilled to serve as a baritone/euphonium instructor for the Blue Knights.