Johnny Holliday & Willie Moore
- St Paul, MN
- Jazz Band
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Ben Parke is a classically trained trumpet player available for weddings, funerals, church services, and special events. Mr. Parke has been performing for nearly 20 years and has a masters degree in trumpet performance from the University of Minnesota.
Parke Studios provided our family with beautiful music for my husband's burial.
Ben Parke was attentive to the family's needs as well.
Thank you!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Personal coverage, $100,000 damage to rented premises limit.
With nearly 20 years of performing experience, Mr. Parke delivers a polished and musically exciting performance bringing that extra spark to your special occasion. A versatile performer, Mr. Parke plays piccolo trumpet and flugelhorn in addition to the standard Bb and C trumpets allowing him to present a wide variety of classical and sacred literature.
Ben completed a bachelors of music degree in Trumpet Performance from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. While there he was finalist in the Young Artists competition performing the Suite for Trumpet in D by Handel. He also presented three solo recitals, performed the Haydn Trumpet Concerto with the University Wind Symphony, and appeared as a soloist and ensemble player numerous times at the University church. In addition, he was a founding member of the University Brass Quintet.
Ben received his Masters of Music in Trumpet Performance from the University of Minnesota with a secondary emphasis in early music history. While there he served as first trumpet of the University Brass Choir in addition to a vigorous teaching and performance schedule throughout the Minneapolis metro area.
Mr. Parke has a wide a varied repertoire and is open to any selections you may have in mind for your special occasion. He also has a number of pianists and organists available should you be seeking an accompanist.
November 11, 2017 • 7:00am - 11:00am | Nonprofit Event |
August 27, 2016 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 22, 2015 | Wedding Ceremony |
June 30, 2014 | Funeral Service |
June 28, 2013 | Wedding Ceremony |
Telemann: Heroic Music
Bach: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Frank: Panis Angelicus
Stanley: Trumpet Voluntary
Hovhaness: Prayer of Saint Gregory
Gounod: Ave Maria
Schubert: Ave Maria
Bach: Bist Du Bei Mir
Bach: Sheep May Safely Graze
Pachelbel: Canon in D Major
Clarke: Prince of Denmark's March
Purcell: Trumpet Tune
Charpentier: Prelude to Te Deum
Campra: Rigaudon
Wagner: Bridal Chorus
Handel: Air from Water Music
Handel: Hornpipe from Water Music
Handel: La Rejouisance from Music for the Royal Fireworks
Marcello: The Heavens Declare
Faure: Pavane
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in Eb Major
Viviani: Sonata Prima
Torelli: Various Sonatas/Concertos
Ewazen: Various works
And many others from the classical and sacred literature
Piano or organ for accompanist
Music stand
Access to water and restroom
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