Description | Price |
30min-1hr gig | $60 (USD) |
Studio sessions/one track recording | $100 (USD) |
Trumpet Tutoring by the hour | $60 (USD) |
With over two decades of experience, I bring a diverse foundation of work as a trumpeter. My roots lie in the emotional and vibrant sounds of mariachi, the precision and efficiency of marching band and the high, octane energy of ska - each of which shapes my tone, versatility and approach to my performance. Over time, I've branched into some contemporary/jazz-like styles and can adapt my playing to suit a wide range of musical settings.
I am proud to perform regularly with well established ska bands in the local LA scene, such as Major League Skankers, La Muerte, and The Gritty End. These projects and collaborations have given me great opportunities to explore the local scene and travel a great distance.
Whether I am locking into a groove, leading the charge, or just adding some salt and pepper to the tune, I aim to serve the music with authentic, raw emotion and technical command. I'm just as comfortable being in the spotlight as I am taking a back seat and giving a great performance.
I have my own wireless mic and just need basic power input and where to plug in my XLR.
Whether or not I can hook up my own mic, or if I am using the house sound.
I have one(1) Samson wireless mic and receiver.
I would be happy to share my music taste.
My favorite gig had to be opening for a hardcore show at The Observatory in OC. Great crowd and great sound, it was a blast!
As cool as big events can be, small intimate ones are just as fun. I just love to play and perform.
I started gigging in high school with a mariachi my friend was a part of. That went on up until after I graduated and started a band with my friends. From there, I branched out to other bands and started to make a name for myself in the local ska scene.
There are a myriad of artists that influenced me. Michael Jackson, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis, Arturo Sandoval, Raphael Mendez, John Williams ,etc... The list can go on and on.
I like to arrive to a gig about 1-1.5 hours before stage time. Typically with my bands, we perform later; after 8:30pm or so.
Happy to perform anywhere.
I can learn specific peaces, definitely. I can also read music and sight read if necessary.
Fire!
Major League Skankers (Main Band)
La Muerte
The Gritty End
Dskarados
The Observatory OC
The Whiskey a Go Go
The Space LV
The Regent Theatre LA
Union
Viper Room
Birthday Party
Private Event
Bar / Venue Event
Wedding Proposal
Concert
Theatre Show
Film / TV
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Rockabilly
Jazz
Latin Jazz
Swing
Military
Background Music
Originals
Covers
Funk
Motown
R&B
Soul
Rock
Mariachi
Reggae
Salsa
Ska
Spanish Music
Instrumental
Male vocalist