Dan Schlesinger

Count on a polished and professional performance. You'll hear a solo horn accompanied by backing tracks that feature multiple ensembles of different instrument combinations. With an extensive repertoire in a variety of styles, I will work with you to program selections that reflect your preferred genres or song choices. My PA system can be used for your own announcements or speeches. I set the overall volume to be suitable for your specific venue and situation. When providing background entertainment, the music will be present while allowing comfortable conversation. With a small footprint, I can comfortably fit in intimate settings. The PA system has battery power, so electrical outlets are not required. You'll get a full band sound with the space requirements and expense of just one live performer.

My repertoire includes several hundred songs, including jazz and swing standards, Broadway hits, songs for kids, pop music, patriotic selections, classical music, holiday favorites, hymns, Jewish music, Scandinavian folk songs, and more.

Dan has been an active musician since his early childhood. While in high school, Dan attended the National Music Camp in Interlochen, Michigan where he sat first chair baritone horn. College studies took him from his parents’ home in Cleveland, Ohio to Rice University in Houston, Texas where he earned bachelors and masters degrees in mechanical engineering. Dan remained an active musician throughout his engineering career in the aerospace and commercial vehicle industries. He has performed with the Oregon Symphony and has been a featured soloist with the Oregon Symphonic Band and the Lake Oswego Millennium Concert Band. Dan also has extensive experience playing lead trombone in jazz big bands as well as playing both euphonium and trombone in small combos and classical ensembles. Dan has retired from engineering and relocated from Chicago back to Portland.