Artist description ••••••David Hoffman Trumpet soloist/arranger with the RAY CHARLES BAND, utilizes a deep background in jazz and unites this with the serene sensibility of Copeland, Gershwin, Armstrong, Miles Davis, and Vangelis.

Music Style ••••••Jazz. New Age. World.

Musical Influences ••••••Miles Davis, Stan Kenton, Vangelis, Aaron Copeland

Similar Artists ••••••New Age, Miles Davis, Romantic, George Winston, Jazz, Michael Brecker, Pat Metheny, Don Ellis, Wes Montgomery, Don Cherry, Melodic, Wynton Marsalis, Rick Braun.

Artist History ••••••David Hoffman is a GREAT Trumpet soloist and arranger ( Currently with The Ray Charles Band. ) He has performed in just about every country in the world including such venues as The Montreaux Jazz Festival, The Playboy Jazz Festival, The Tonight Show, The Fox Television Network and many many more.He has graced the cover of JAZZ PLAYER MAGAZINE and has had his arrangements played throughout the world. David Hoffman shows that Jazz as a genre is just the beginning for his unique ability to blend many musical influences.

Group Members ••••••DAVID HOFFMAN. Occassional tootlings by Paul Adams, Tim Brickner, Mike Nellas, Doug Stone, Kevin Hart Steve Feierabenn, Hollis Gentry, John Rekevics, Ray Briz, Glen Fisher, Tim McMahon, Russell Caldwell.

Instruments ••••••Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Piano and Keyboards, Percussion.

Albums ••••••FROM ENERGY TO STILLNESS. GROOVIN

Press Reviews ••••••"David Hoffman brings a deep calm pool of rhythm and space that connects many diverse elements of our world!" WBGE Jazz Sunday. "Dave Hoffman has escaped the smoke-filled jazz world with its best goodies and melded them with pure soul!!" Carol Wright NAPRA Trade Review. "If you have adventure in your soul, you owe it to yourself to buy this album AND play it alot!!" NEW AGE RETAILER

Additional Info ••••••Soloist WONDER DANCING ON GLOBAL BOP, VARIOUS WAVES, IN THE LAND WHERE I COME FROM by Paul Adams

Location San, Il - USA

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