Ernest Gross
Elgin, IL
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Services: Trumpet
- $2530 min
- 0Classes Taught
- 2Recommendations
Dr. Gross is an accomplished soloist on the natural trumpet and cornetto in addition to playing orchestral, solo, and chamber music on the modern valve trumpet. He has performed with a variety of symphony orchestras and early music groups, including the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, the Anderson Symphony, Anderson, Indiana, the Columbus, Indiana Pro Musica Orchestra, and the American Baroque Ensemble, as well as the Indiana University Philharmonic, Chamber, and Baroque Orchestras. He keeps an active schedule of solo recitals, and chamber brass performances. Presently, Dr. Gross performs with the Barrington Brass Quintet in Barrington, Illinois.
Interests, Expertise, and Involvements
Authentic baroque trumpet performance. The history of the baroque (natural) trumpet in colonial America. Early brass music. Instrumental conducting. Brass chamber music.
Student Recommendations
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Allan D. May 5
"Dr. Gross was an outstanding student of mine many years ago at Indiana University. He has had a stellar career both as a performer and teacher since that time. He will be an excellent mentor for students at all levels. I recommend him most highly!"
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Dr. Kenneth A. May 6
"Professor Gross gets results. Musicality laced with intellectual approaches give musicians what they need to succeed. You would be fortunate to have him on your staff."