Biography

A native of Harriman, Tennessee, Josh Walker has been the Knoxville Symphony’s second trombone since 1997. He received a Bachelor of Music in music education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he studied with Don H. Hough, Sr. and played in every type of ensemble that welcomed a trombone to participate. Josh returned to school and graduated summa cum laude with a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2003. In addition to playing in the KSO, he serves as a Commissioner with the Tennessee Claims Commission.

Josh lives in Knoxville with his wife, Dayna, and they have two adult sons. In addition to his music and legal work, Josh enjoys sports and the beautiful outdoors of East Tennessee. He also serves on the boards of directors for the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra and FISH of Knox County.