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I’m a professional trombonist, composer, and music producer with more than 2 decades of experience in music including Cirque du Soleil, Broadway, and numerous live and recorded productions and events. I write, arrange, produce, record, and perform music for a wide range of projects—from large touring productions to intimate studio work—bringing a versatile blend of jazz, classical, and contemporary styles to every assignment. I love collaborating with directors, choreographers, and performers to craft music that supports the story and fuels the energy on stage.
Based in the New York area, I work as an independent creator, session musician, and Broadway sub, delivering high-energy performances and tailored productions for Cirque du Soleil, Paramour, and a diverse roster of clients. I regularly create new music and videos, maintain an active one-man show, and bring real-time musical leadership to the ensemble wherever I perform.
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Work Experience
Trombone/Bass Trombone/Tuba Performer at Beetlejuice The Musical
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026Performer on the first US national tour and the 2025 Broadway run; played trombone, bass trombone and tuba, performing around North America and at the Palace Theater on Broadway.
Composer, Arranger, and Producer at Independent musician/creator
April 1, 2017 - PresentIndependent composer, arranger, and producer for Cirque du Soleil, Circus Smirkus, Trivago, the Count Basie Orchestra, Ramsey Lewis, Shelly Berg, Central Michigan University, and The Piano Cottage; creates original music and videos; maintains a regular one-man band show and occasional Broadway sub appearances.
Musician/Associate Conductor at Cirque du Soleil - Kooza World Tour
January 1, 2007 - August 1, 2010Played trombone, bass trombone, keyboards, and sound effects; conducted rehearsals and coached the musicians; updated musical arrangements; operated Ableton Live and maintained show files.
Music Director at Cirque du Soleil - Kooza World Tour
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2015Music Director; conducted and coached the musicians; created and updated arrangements; real-time show adaptation; operated Ableton Live and integrated show files.
Playback Programmer/Operator at Cirque du Soleil Twas The Night Before
October 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Created and maintained the Ableton Live set in consultation with composer, director, coaches and artists; operated Ableton during performances to synchronize music with lighting and timecode.
Associate Music Supervisor at Cirque du Soleil Paramour, Das Musical
March 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019Edited, programmed, and updated show files in Ableton Live; created and updated musical arrangements in consultation with directors, coaches, and performers; produced recordings for performance tracks and cast album.
Musician/Associate Conductor at Cirque du Soleil Paramour, Lyric Theatre NYC
March 1, 2016 - April 1, 2017Conducted the show while running Ableton Live; played trombone and bass trombone in a wide variety of styles including improvisation.
Jazz Band Leader at Aquinas College
September 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Led the Aquinas Jazz Band for the Fall 2015 semester during Dr. Paul Brewer’s sabbatical leave.
Private Lesson Instructor; Ensemble Coach at The Piano Cottage
February 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016Private lessons in jazz, composition, production, piano, and trombone; ensemble coaching for student groups.
Presenter, Trombone and Jazz Master Classes at Central Michigan University
September 1, 2011 - May 1, 2012Presented trombone and jazz master classes during the 2011-12 school year.
Assistant Director, Music Librarian, Events Coordinator at Thornton Jazz Orchestra, Los Angeles
September 1, 2003 - May 1, 2005Assistant Director, Music Librarian, and Events Coordinator for the Thornton Jazz Orchestra (2003-2005).
Performer at Blast! On Tour
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003Performed solo and lead trombone roles, marching baritone, voice, and didgeridoo in the Tony and Emmy Award-winning production “Blast!”.
Trombonist at Beetlejuice The Musical (US National Tour and Broadway Run)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026Trombone, bass trombone, and tuba performer on Beetlejuice, touring nationally and performing on Broadway; contributed to on-stage musical performance.
Composer, Arranger, and Producer at Independent musician/creator, greater New York
April 1, 2017 - PresentComposer, arranger, and producer for clients including Cirque du Soleil, Circus Smirkus, Trivago, Count Basie Orchestra, Ramsey Lewis, Shelly Berg, Central Michigan University, and The Piano Cottage. Regularly create new music and videos; perform a one-man band show and occasionally sub on Broadway and other venues.
Musician/Associate Conductor at Cirque du Soleil Kooza
January 1, 2007 - August 1, 2010Played trombone, bass trombone, keyboards, and sound effects; conducted rehearsals, coached musicians and singers; created and updated musical arrangements; operated Ableton Live and maintained show files.
Music Director at Cirque du Soleil Kooza
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2015Directed music for Kooza; supervised musicians, rehearsed, and updated show arrangements; real-time adaptation during performances; operated Ableton Live.
Trombonist and Clinician at Dallas Brass
January 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022Performed on tour with the Dallas Brass; conducted clinics and school visits for students.
Music Leadership Instructor at Lime Academy
June 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020Designed and taught courses on leading professional music ensembles; delivered group classes and individual sessions.
Adjunct Faculty at New Jersey City University
January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019Taught lessons in applied performance and improvisation; mentored music students; Assistant Conductor, Big Band (2018-2019).
Associate Music Supervisor at Cirque du Soleil Paramour
March 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019Edited, programmed, and updated show files in Ableton Live; created and performed musical arrangements; produced recordings for performance tracks and cast album.
Private Lesson Instructor / Ensemble Coach at The Piano Cottage
February 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016Private jazz, composition, production, piano, and trombone lessons; ensemble coaching for The Catz and Rock Paper Sisters.
Assistant Director / Music Librarian / Events Coordinator at Thornton Jazz Orchestra
September 1, 2003 - May 31, 2005Mentor/teacher in USC’s JazzReach program for inner-city youth in Los Angeles; managed events and music library.
Soloist / Lead Trombone at Blast! On Tour
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003Performed solo and lead trombone role, marching baritone, voice, and didgeridoo in the Tony and Emmy Award-winning production Blast!
Education
Master of Music in Jazz Studies at University of Southern California
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005Bachelor of Music Education at Central Michigan University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2000High School Diploma at Mount Pleasant High School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1996Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop at Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop at Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop at Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Training in music for visual media at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - April 4, 2026Training in music for visual media at University of California Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - April 4, 2026Qualifications
Music for Visual Media Training – Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - April 4, 2026Music for Visual Media Training – University of California, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - April 4, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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