About Rees Richardson

Rees Richardson, is a respected local trumpet player who focuses mainly on orchestral playing, recitals and church music though he is quite capable of working in all venues.  He has studied Music Education and Trumpet Performance at Morehead State University, Duquesne University, Mannheim University and the Conservatory National Superior for Music and Dance in Paris. Among the teachers Rees has studied with are Thomas Koneski, Edwin Shiner, Jack Stettler, Paul Taylor, Adolph Scherbaum, Adolph Herseth and Maurice Andre.

In addition to over 20 years as a trumpet player with the United States Army Rees has performed with numerous symphony orchestras throughout the Eastern United States and in Europe both in the trumpet sections and as a soloist.  He enjoys private teaching and has over 50 years experience.  He also enjoys giving recitals and master classes whenever the opportunity arises.