Giant Steps Music Store

05/29/2026

That’s right, we’re extending the sale by 2 weeks!

05/23/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Giant Steps will be closed Monday, 5/23/2026.

05/08/2026

Congratulations, Professor Metrio! And go Mocs!

The UTC Department of Music is excited to welcome Prof. David Metrio as new Director of Orchestra and Associate Professor of Practice!

David Metrio is a Colombian-American conductor and music educator recognized for his dynamic podium presence and his dedication to high-quality ensemble performance. Beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year, Metrio will not only join the faculty of UTC, he will also serve the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera as Resident Conductor and Creative Director of Education and Engagement.

He is in demand as a guest conductor and clinician, with engagements spanning honor orchestras, festivals, orchestral adjudications, and educational presentations throughout the United States.

Metrio has built a reputation for leading ensembles to performances of distinction, with consistent invitations to prominent national conferences and stages such as Carnegie Hall, The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, the American String Teachers Association National Orchestra Festival, and the Georgia Music Educators Association In-Service Conference. His ensembles have also been recognized nationally through the Mark of Excellence/National Orchestra Honors project.

His conducting studies include work with Miguel Harth-Bedoya through The Conducting Institute, as well as study with Andrew Kim of the Berkshire Symphony. He has further participated in workshops and masterclasses with Marin Alsop, Donald Schleicher, and Carl Topilow.

Metrio remains active nationally as a conductor, clinician, and presenter, continuing to engage with ensembles and audiences across a wide range of musical settings.

05/08/2026

Congratulations!

CYS has a new Music Director!
We are thrilled to welcome David Metrio, who joins us as part of his new role as Resident Conductor and Creative Director of Education and Engagement with the Symphony & Opera . In this newly created position, David will serve as the primary creative and administrative leader of all CSO education and community engagement programs — with leading the Chattanooga Youth Symphony at the heart of that work. He will also conduct select CSO programs including education concerts, family concerts, and community events. Alongside his work with CYS and the CSO, he will also be joining The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga as Director of Orchestra and Associate Professor of Practice. We can't wait to see what David brings to our students and community beginning in the 2026–2027 season. Welcome, David!

UTC Music

Read more about David and his new role with the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera here: https://chattanoogasymphony.org/cso-appoints-david-metrio/

05/05/2026

Speaking of sales, check out what Yamaha is offering! We’re all about making quality instruments more affordable and getting good gear into students’ hands—especially when it could be their “forever horn.” 📯💜

05/04/2026

Did you know at least 2 Jedi (their actors) were french horn players in high school? 📯

anyways Happy May the 4th/Star Wars day to those who celebrate!

05/04/2026

More photos from our chat on This N That on Newschannel 9! We are so stoked to get the conversation started on our School Rental program, our End of School Sale, and what we’ve been up to lately!🎷

05/02/2026

If you were watching This N That on Newschannel 9 yesterday, you might’ve seen some familiar faces! Thanks so much to WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News for hosting us!

We visited with Andy Bailey from Giant Steps Music, a hometown favorite that’s been helping students find their musical footing since 1977.Today, Giant Steps p

04/30/2026

Starting TOMORROW! 📢
As the semester comes to a close, EVERYTHING in the store is on sale! Stock up for band camp, or even roll into next school year with some new gear!

04/27/2026

15% all month long—on everything in the store!
Come in during the month of May to upgrade your gear or find something new!