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Scott Anderson
Scott moved on to college attending the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music and later to Indiana University School of Music ( Bloomington IN ) which led to many performance opportunities with the greats and wonderful connections in his field. Studying trumpet with Pat Harbison, William Adam, John Swana, Tim Hagans and others.
Scott has played or performed with- Fred Hersch, Tim Hagans, Walt Weiskopf, Akira Tana, Rufus Ried, Chris Potter, Jeff Hamilton, Jon Von Ohlen and the Blue Wisp Big Band, Roger Humphries, Jimmy Ponder, Legends Alive shows in both Milwaukee and Las Vegas and countless others. He can be seen locally in all Chicagos top jazz clubs, including the Green Mill, Andy's Jazz Club, Hot House and others. He can also be seen on tour.
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Take Five With Scott Anderson
by AAJ Staff
Instrument(s): trumpet and piano.I knew I wanted to be a musician when... I knew basically from the beginning that I wanted to do something in music. Once I started playing the trumpet I was convinced that I was going to be a legit player, do all the orchestra things and so forth. Fortunately I heard a Charlie Parker record with Diz on it and it was off to the races for me. To really know that I wanted ...
read moreNIA Quintet: End of Time
by Glenn Astarita
These young lads abide a clearly stated path on this most impressive outing. With that notion in mind, it's almost a rarity these days to hear a new jazz ensemble differentiate itself from the pack. Besides strong soloing by trumpeter Scott Anderson, pianist Vaitsas and the remaining members of the quintet, the musicians evidence some quality shedding time. Another differentiator pertains to Anderson's memorable compositions, often generated with distinct harmonic developments.
Whether the band is slashing and dashing ...
read morePrimary Instrument
Trumpet
Willing to teach
Intermediate to advanced
Credentials/Background
Please contact me via web-site http://www.niaquintet.com to discuss both rates and availability.
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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson