A native of California, Anthony Wardzinski has composed music for orchestra, wind ensemble, chorus, as well as a wide variety of chambermusic. He studied composition with Roger Bourland, Paul Chihara, George Heussenstamm, Daniel Kessner, Ian Krause and David Lefkowitz. Dr. Wardzinski received his B.M. degree, cum laude, his M.M. with distinction from California State University, Northridge and a Ph.D in Music from the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a member of the College Music Society, the National Association of Composers/USA, and the Society of Composers,Inc. Wardzinski is also an avid bassoonist, playing in several orchestras and chamber groups in the Los Angeles area. He currently teaches music at Moorpark College, Los Angeles Pierce College, and Tamarack Arts in Southern California.