Jeff is a well-known performer and teacher in the Detroit area. After his Music studies at Wayne State University, he has held positions a Principal Trumpet with the Michigan Opera Theater Orchestra, Orchestra Detroit, Detroit Sinfonia and the Dearborn Symphony. He has performed as Principal Trumpet of the International Symphony Orchestra, Pontiac Oakland Symphony and many others. He also tours as the principal Trumpet with the New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players. He has studied with Gordon Smith of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Bernard Adelstein of the Cleveland Orchestra, Leon Rapier of the Louisville Orchestra and David Kuehn of the Buffalo Philharmonic. Presently, Jeff performs as a Free Lance artist in the Metropolitan Area and performs as Solo Cornet of the Oakland Brass Band. Jeff is also a well-known Recording Engineer for Concerts, recitals, CD recording/production and Auditions.

Hobbies:
Anything computer related, Golf “One must always believe in their ability to succeed. The word “can’t” does not exist in my vocabulary.

Course Materials:
Beginner: Edwards – Hovey Method for Trumpet, Book 1 Intermediate and Advanced: To Be Determined

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