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I am a dedicated and versatile trumpet player, arranger, and composer currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz & Contemporary Media at the Eastman School of Music. With extensive experience performing in prestigious ensembles and tours such as the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and Broadway’s Some Like It Hot National Tour, I bring passion and expertise to every performance and project. My work blends classical and jazz traditions, supported by a strong foundation in music theory and composition.
With a rich background in music education spanning from private teaching to college-level instruction, I enjoy fostering talents in others and sharing my knowledge through lectures and papers. I am committed to advancing the art of jazz and contemporary music through both performance and scholarly research, always seeking new ways to innovate and engage audiences.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Trumpet at Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
May 1, 2025 - PresentPerformed as a contracted trumpet musician with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra in Rochester, NY.
Trumpet at Some Like It Hot: Broadway’s Tony-Winning Musical Comedy National Tour
May 31, 2025 - August 21, 2025Contracted as trumpet player for the national tour production of Some Like It Hot in Rochester, NY.
Featured Soloist, Trumpet at Eastman Jazz Lab Band
May 31, 2025 - August 21, 2025Featured soloist trumpet player performing at Kilbourn Hall, Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY.
Trumpet, Arranger, Composer of Big Band Works at Eastman Jazz Ensemble
February 28, 2025 - August 21, 2025Performed and arranged jazz music as trumpet player and composer at Kodak Hall, Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY.
Trumpet at Funny Girl: North American Tour
April 30, 2025 - August 21, 2025Contracted trumpet player for the North American tour of Funny Girl in Rochester, NY.
Trumpet at The Temptations & The Four Tops
December 31, 2024 - August 21, 2025Trumpet player for concerts in Niagara Falls, NY, as part of touring ensemble.
Trumpet at Little Anthony & The Imperials
August 31, 2024 - August 21, 2025Performed as trumpet player in Syracuse, NY for contracted performances.
Trumpet at Phat Cat Swinger
August 1, 2024 - August 21, 2025Contracted trumpet player at Dollywood Theme Park, Pigeon Forge, TN, performing 3 times daily for 4 weeks.
Trumpet at The Glenn Miller Orchestra (National Tour)
May 31, 2024 - August 21, 2025Trumpet player on national tour for The Glenn Miller Orchestra.
Trumpet & Arranger at Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses (National/International Tour)
December 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025Provided trumpet and arrangements for a studio album recorded at Capitol Records in 2020; contracted additional arrangements for live repertoire.
Trumpet & Arranger at The (Cherry Poppin’) Daddies (Pacific Northwest Tour)
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025Contracted for concerts, arrangements, and recording dates from 2017 to 2019; credited on studio album Bigger Life.
Music Director at Swing Shift Jazz Orchestra, Eugene, OR
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025Directed and programmed 6-12 concerts annually, including community and special events; music director for Ballet Fantastique’s Babes in Toyland (3 sold-out shows each in 2018 & 2019).
Music Director at Blue Skies Big Band, Eugene, OR
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025Programmed 4-8 concerts annually including social dances, community, and educational events.
Teaching Assistant (Jazz Theory, Jazz Trumpet Studio, Jazz Lab Band) at Eastman School of Music
September 1, 2022 - PresentConducted ensembles, led clinics and rehearsals, prepared ensembles, and taught classes in jazz theory and trumpet from 2022 to 2025.
Instructor, History of Rock & Roll at St. Louis Community College, Meramec Campus
August 31, 2022 - August 21, 2025Designed and taught accelerated courses in History of Rock & Roll, including multimedia presentations, assignments, exams, and final projects.
Director, Lane Jazz Ensemble & Lane Symphonic Band at Lane Community College
June 30, 2019 - August 21, 2025Directed two ensembles with mixed majors and non-majors, recruiting for increased enrollment, and leading performances at 2019 Oregon Jazz Festival.
Instructor, Applied Trumpet at Northwest Christian University (now Bushnell University)
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025Developed curriculum and taught private trumpet lessons for enrolled non-major undergraduate students.
Education
Doctor of Musical Arts, Jazz & Contemporary Media at Eastman School of Music
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025Master of Music, Jazz Composition at University of Oregon
September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2014Bachelor of Music, Trumpet Performance at University of Kansas
September 1, 2007 - May 31, 2011Bachelor of Music, Music Theory at University of Kansas
September 1, 2007 - May 31, 2011Qualifications
Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouts of America
January 1, 2007 - August 21, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other
Experience Level
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