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Trombonist, Composer, Educator
University of New Hampshire: Music Education - 2010 New England Conservatory:Jazz Studies (Performance)-2012 Jon was brought up in a musical family, being exposed to music at an early age. His pursuit of the trombone specifically started at age 10 in which he followed the path of any average student in the public schools. After graduating high school Jon was accepted into the University of New Hampshire for music education. His experience here included all types of music including jazz, classical, and both small and large ensembles. In 2010 after recieving a degree from UNH Jon then went to pursue a jazz studies degree from the prestigious New England Conservatory in Boston MA. Here he was taught by incredible musicians including Jason Moran, Dave Holland, Luis Bonilla, John McNeil and Jerry Bergonzi. During his 2 year stay Jon was actively performing with big bands, a soul band, and smaller jazz combo's. After graduating in May 2012 Jon continues to try and push the boundaries of what he can learn about music. |
