When I was 15 years old I got my first paying gig. Since then I have played in every possible genre and ensemble you can think of. I’ve played with national touring broadway shows, symphony orchestras, opera companies, ballet companies, experimental modern music ensembles, brass quintets, played lead in jazz big bands, rock bands, mariachi bands, wedding bands, church services, corporate parties, worn crazy costumes, recording session work and been the dance captain of many a horn section.
As a sought after trumpet teacher with 30+ years of experience, I have taught staff development workshops for band directors, given hundreds of clinics to elementary-high school music programs, and given thousands of private lessons.
In my private teaching studio I teach 40+ students a week from ages 7-79. Most of my students are principal players in their school ensembles, have been accepted into regional and state honor bands, as well as been awarded music scholarships to colleges.
