A trumpet performer and conductor, Chris Foster draws on experience with symphony orchestras, brass quintets, and school bands. Based in Vermont, Chris Foster performs throughout New England. His teaching background spans middle school and high school band programs, university courses, and early childhood music classes.
Mr. Foster has performed with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and Vermont Jazz Ensemble. Previously, he served in principal trumpet positions with the Southern Tier Symphony and Wellsville Performing Arts Orchestra. His chamber experience includes co-founding the Alle-Brasse Brass Quintet. At Alfred University, he spent 11 years teaching music and directing student ensembles.
Christopher Foster, DMA, holds a doctorate from the University of North Texas in trumpet performance and wind conducting. He earned undergraduate and graduate music degrees at the University of Nevada, Reno. In addition to performing and teaching, Mr. Foster has reviewed professional recordings for the International Trumpet Guild and adjudicated student solo festivals.