Mr. Arturo Sandoval
A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval was born in 1949 in Artemisa, Cuba, a small town on the outskirts of Havana. Studying classical trumpet since the age of twelve, it didn’t take long for him to join the excitement of the jazz world forever changing his life’s path. Arturo has since evolved into one of the world’s guardians of jazz trumpet and flugelhorn, as well as a celebrated classical artist, pianist and composer. To those who’ve had the good fortune to be in his presence, Arturo is known for the immense capacity of his heart and willingness to share his blessings.
Arturo is a multi-Grammy and multi-Billboard Music award winner who also achieved an Emmy Award for composing the underscore of “For Love or Country,” an HBO film based on his early life in Cuba and defection to America which celebrates the music that carried him across the shores and made his dreams come true. Arturo has recorded over 40 albums and appeared on hundreds. 2018 will see the release of two more: “Arturo Sandoval: Ultimate Duets” featuring extraordinary collaborations with Placido Domingo, Pharrell, Celia Cruz, Stevie Wonder, Josh Groban and Al Jarreau among other luminaries; and “Arturo Sandoval’s Christmas at Notre Dame” featuring the University of Notre Dame’s Sacral Band, Jazz Band, graduate vocalists and Children’s Choir. He recently completed a memoir chronicling his relationship with Dizzy Gillespie.
Arturo Sandoval received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013. He is a retired, tenured professor from Florida International University who holds an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Notre Dame.
Impressive as it is expansive, Arturo’s career is defined by a virtuoso capability and a desire to share his gift with those who feel the same intense adoration as he does. Arturo believes the world is a classroom with opportunities every day to learn, teach and grow understanding, especially through music. When touring, Arturo regularly visits with music students at local schools and universities to offer scholarships, clinics and seminars. The culmination of Arturo’s affinity for education and philanthropy came when he created his greatest masterpiece, the Arturo Sandoval Institute, ASÍ (Spanish for Just like that!), as it is affectionately known by supporters, to bridge music education gaps.
Source: ASI (Arturo Sandoval Institute)
Photo by: Alan Mercer
Mark Zauss
Mark Zauss.
DCC, DAPA, FAPA, NCC, BCPC, CCHMC, BCPTSDC, LMHC
Double Board Certified Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist
Mark is internationally recognized as a trumpet soloist, clinician and recording artist. He is the current lead trumpet player for Walt Disney World at the Magic Kingdom with the Main Street Philharmonic. Mark is also a trumpet artist for the Schilke Corporation, BrassOn – Dunamis oils and Warburton Music Products for his mouthpiece.
Mark is a double board certified, nationally certified and a licensed clinical psychotherapist with over 10 years experience as a psychotherapist and 30 years experience as a professional trumpet player. He performs and gives clinical seminars throughout the continental United States and worldwide. Mark’s experience as a performer combined with his formal training as a psychotherapist gives him a unique perspective as an educator. As a musician, Mark performs a wildly diverse spectrum of musical styles including: be-bop, straight ahead jazz, big band, Dixieland, commercial, and studio lead trumpet. His professionalism and good nature enable him to reach across any boundary to effectively educate and inspire any audience. Mark also helps others overcome stage fright and performance anxiety. He also helps brass players overcome complex issues such as embouchure dystonia and neurological issues related to playing trumpet. For more information, videos, recordings and free educational and instructional materials, check out his website at www.markzauss.net
Gerardo Rodríguez
Gerardo Rodriguez is world-class trumpeter and a driving force behind many of today’s top Latin and Pop recording artists. As a first-call session musician, Gerardo has graced the recordings of such Pop luminaries as Prince Royce, Thalia, Ricardo Arjona, J Balvin and Obie Bermudez. He has also contributed to dozens of award winning records by Salsa stars Tito Nieves, Oscar D’Leon, La India, Luis Enrique, Ismael Miranda, Rey Ruiz , Jose Alberto “El Canario”, Sergio George/Salsa Giants, Gente De Zona, Aymee Nuviola and many more.
The Cuban-American musician gained a thorough musical training and has instrumental technique that would rival most virtuosos. Throughout an extensive career and impressive roster of artists, he has been featured in some of the most prestigious venues in Europe, South America and the United States. These include a 2016 concert series at New York’s Radio City Music Hall with Marc Anthony as well as many arenas and stadiums throughout the world.
He is currently on tour playing lead trumpet with superstar Marc Anthony, a position he’s held for several years. On this tour, he moves flawlessly between classical styles on piccolo trumpet, to high-power lead trumpet playing on the Salsa material, making the horn section a dynamic force all its own. In 2018, he was called to the lead trumpet position by the iconic Cuban musician/composer Chucho Valdes to join the super- group Irakere on an extensive world tour.
Gerardo is also a noted studio engineer, regarded for his recording and mixing expertise. He remains a regular on the recording studio scene and is devoted to performing and producing music for praise.
Television appearances include:
Grammy Awards (multiple)
Latin Grammy Awards (multiple) Premio Lo Nuestro (multiple)
A devout Christian, Gerardo Rodriguez balances a hectic touring calendar and studio schedule with a serene family life. Based in Miami, he is considered one of the most respected and in-demand trumpeters in his field.
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Kiwzo Fumero
Kiwzo Fumero is a Cuban-American trumpeter and flugelhorn player. He has been the lead trumpet player for many latin stars like Celia Cruz, Willy Chirino, Sonora Carruseles, Juan Gabriel and Cachao, just to name a few. Kiwzo has also shared the stage and CD recordings with many jazz legends in several jazz festivals around the world, including Arturo Sandoval, Paquito D’Rivera, Jimmy Bosch, Andy Garcia and Jhon Faddis. He is a favorite for many music producers in recording albums as a lead trumpet or soloist, receiving 7 Grammy nominations and 2 Grammy awards. He was also a Global Music Awards recipient with his first solo single “There’s no changing you”, a beautifully smooth jazz tune with a lite latin flavor. He is currently producing a solo jazz album to be released on 2018 with original music and some very famous covers. His last single “The Huge Space you Left” is a wonderful example of his abilities to play the flugelhorn with rich middle and low range melodies.
