Thomas Marriott
Thomas Marriott Biography
Jazz trumpeter, composer and producer Thomas Marriott is a veteran of the national jazz scene who’s earned seven Golden Ear awards, produced 11 albums as a leader for Origin Records, and toured with greats like Maynard Ferguson and Roy McCurdy, as well as contemporary jazz artists Orrin Evans and Joe Locke.
The 1999 winner of the Carmine Caruso Jazz Trumpet Competition, Marriott is a true but subtle innovator with a luxuriously round tone, a unique sense of spontaneous and poignant melody, and a penchant for melancholic compositions that evoke an introspective mood. Marriott’s undeniable talent and versatility is the culmination of years of performance with some of the most well-respected names in music.
Most recently, while on tour with the world-renowned Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Marriott was the first to step on stage to the cheers of 30,000 fans. “It was so loud my ears hurt,” Marriott said. “But I felt absolutely no fear—only excited and grateful.” This attitude—of dedication, passion, and fearlessness— is what distinguishes Marriott as one of the freshest trumpeters in jazz music today.
On the heels of his win of the Carmine Caruso Jazz Trumpet Competition, Marriott moved to New York City where he gained unparalleled experience and national acclaim subbing with groups like the Tito Puente Orchestra, Chico O’Farrill Orchestra, and most notably, Maynard Ferguson’s Big Bop Nouveau Band—whom he joined for three world tours as a jazz soloist. Since, Marriott has continued to work in New York and on the road with the likes of Rosemary Clooney, Ivan Neville, Eric Reed, Steve Wilson, Charlie Hunter, Brian Lynch, Michael Feinstein, and many more.
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- Trumpet Ship by Paul Rauch
- Trumpet Ship by Dan McClenaghan
- Romance Language by Paul Rauch
- Romance Language by Dan McClenaghan
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- Return of the East-West Trumpet Summit by Dan McClenaghan
- Urban Folklore by Stefano Merighi
- Urban Folklore by Mark Corroto
- Constraints & Liberations by Greg Simmons
September 07, 2012
Origin Records "Human Spirit" 2012 Upcoming Tour Dates.
October 01, 2010
Ray Vega and Thomas Marriott at the New Orleans Friday Night
July 23, 2010
Ray Vega and Thomas Marriott Talk About New CD
June 16, 2010
Thomas Marriott and Ray Vega Reaches #1 on JazzWeek
March 02, 2010
Jazz Trumpeter Thomas Marriott Charts a Successful Path in Seattle
September 05, 2009
Jazz Trumpeter Thomas Marriott Looks Forward to the Past with Tribute...
August 27, 2009
The Music of Horace Silver at the New Orleans
May 08, 2009
Thomas Marriott CD Release Party - May 12 at the Triple Door
February 21, 2009
Chris Robinson, Downbeat
“Marriott’s extended solo emphasizes his deep, confidant tone and liquid phrasing.”
Mark Holston, Jazziz
“This album [Crazy: The Music Of Willie Nelson] is a kick in the pants!”
Jazz Times Magazine
“One of the best trumpet players in the world”
Thomas Conrad
“Serious chops and a luxuriant sound”
Downbeat Magazine
“…Marriott is a brilliant player with chops to spare…”
Victoria Times-Colonist
“Marriott is a man for all seasons both as a composer and band leader.”
Jeff Krow, Audiophile Audition
“Marriott goes beyond his influences to forge his own stunning path.”
David Kane, Cadence
“…deep, confidant tone and liquid phrasing…”
Jazziz Magazine
“Highly recommended to one and all.”
Cadence Magazine
“His rise as a first choice trumpeter has been steady, almost meteoric.”
Audiophile Audition
“Marriott’s trumpet sound is as solid as it is round
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