JUSTIN DRISDELLE

Trumpet Player, Teacher, Composer, Arranger

As an active musician, Justin Drisdelle performs regularly in Los Angeles, CA. Performances range in a variety of genres, including Symphony Orchestra, Jazz, Musical pits, Salsa, Merengue, Rock and more! 

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Locally, you can see Justin Drisdelle perform in many contexts, ranging from churches to salsa clubs. In addition, Justin has written and arranged horns for the band One Time Weekend and can be heard playing on their new album. Other venues and ensembles Justin has performed with/at are: Festival Napa Valley Orchestra, Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra, Capital City Symphony, Kennedy Center Family Day Concert, Just Joshin' Music Festival, Grand Ole Opry House, the Bushnell, Simsbury Summer Theater, and various Churches in MD, CT, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles.

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In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching studio. Knowing the importance of excellent education, lessons are taught in-person and usually last 45-60 minutes. The studio has been comprised of students of all ages and experience levels, ranging from age 9 through 25+. 

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Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Justin began playing the trumpet in 4th grade. He recently studied trumpet with Chris Gekker at the University of Maryland, where he earned both a degree in Trumpet Performance and a B.A. in Economics.