Bio

I'm a trumpet player/composer living and working in Tokyo, Japan. During the 1980's, I was a trumpet soloist in the U.S. Navy Commodores Big Band (Washington, D.C.). Toured and performed with my groups at the Montreux Jazz Festival and throughout Russia in the 90's. After leaving New York in April 1998, I've been living in Tokyo and recording, touring and performing live throughout Japan.

Currently, I'm teaching trumpet and ensembles at Senzoku Music College. Also, I'm performing, recording and touring in a variety of projects throughout Japan.

For a more extensive profile, visit my website at neilstalnaker.com