Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27
Lessons with Laurie Frink: Laurie Frink, one of the most respected trumpet teachers working today, regarded as the foremost authority on the Carmine Caruso method, will offer 10 hours of time for private trumpet lessons on June 26 and 27, from noon to 5pm. These free sessions are a unique offering as part of FONT’s educational component. All interested and dedicated trumpeters may contact Laurie directly at
Saturday, June 27: 5-7pm, *Sam Ash Music, 60 West 48th St., NYC 10036*
Workshop Session at Sam Ash with John McNeil: FONT has invited John McNeil, one of the premiere jazz trumpeters of the last decades, to present a workshop featuring his Visionary Quartet. John and his group will play several pieces, discuss how the music works and how the arrangements were made, and will address the special challenges of jazz improvisation for brass players. Mr. McNeil would also invite several players to join the group to explore the ideas being discussed, so bring your instrument! The workshop is limited to 25 people. Please register by e-mailing
