Dave Painchaud: trumpet & flugelhorn

Contact Info/Links Home Page | Current Projects | MP3's | Photos | The Blog | Essays   Many of the links on this page are for individuals and organizations I have been involved with in some manner; however, some are simply for those that seem relevant or that I admire from afar. If you have need for me in a professional capacity as either a player or instructor, would like to discuss any of the opinions expressed in the Essays section or simply want to talk music, feel free to get in touch via e-mail or post to my blog - I'll get back as soon as possible. mellobrass@prodigy.net http://mellobrass.blogspot.com George Hrab & The Geologic Orchestra The place to go for infomation on the one of a kind George Hrab and his musical projects. The Philadelphia Funk Authority Great bunch of people who have a solid concept and great arrangements.  Give Gary and the cats a shout - they'll handle any gig you can throw at them. Flip Oakes Wild Thing Trumpets A great trumpet design - I like the horn for commercial situations.  It's a cannon (huge .470 bore) that slots like a  Maserati.  Flip has done the entire trumpet playing community a tremendous service. Stork Custom Mouthpieces John Stork makes great pieces that are comfortable and cutting edge. John makes 'em and Phyllis (Mrs. Stork - a great legit player with a wealth of practical experience) consults on what makes sense for the individual.  Curry Precision Mouthpieces Mark Curry's mouthpieces are works of great craftsmanship that are also highly innovative.  The TF line is a great contribution for the trumpet player who's interested in finding the last bits of uncharted territory as far as the sound of the instrument is concerned.  Berklee College Of Music My alma mater.  Berklee's fundamental emphasis on a practical approach to the study of music has had a profound impact on my entire world view. Bb Trumpet.com The Guru.  If you're a trumpet player you need to check out what Clint "Pops" McLaughlin has to offer.  I agree with "Pops" on virtually everything from a technique and chops standpoint. Syracuse Brigadiers Drum & Bugle Corps Web site of the five time Drum Corps Associates champions. Drum Corps Associates One of two drum corps sanctioning bodies.  DCA coordinates contests for corps that have all age memberships ("senior corps"). Drum Corps International Drum Corps sanctioning body that organizes contests for corps in which the performers are 22 years of age or younger ("junior corps"). Christopher's World The "blogosphere" of the noted Chris Rutt - french horn extrordinaire and all around knuckle-ball.