Jon Faddis date of birth:
July 24, 1953
How old is Jon Faddis?
73
Where was Jon Faddis born?
Oakland, California
How tall is Jon Faddis?
6' 2" (188 cm)
What is Jon Faddis's occupation?
Trumpet player, Conductor, Composer, Educator
What genre is Jon Faddis's work?
Bebop, jazz
What instruments does Jon Faddis play?
Trumpet, flugelhorn
Short Biography
Jon Faddis (born July 24, 1953) is an American jazz trumpet player, conductor, composer, and educator, renowned for both his playing and for his expertise in the field of music education. Upon his first appearance on the scene, he became known for his ability to closely mirror the sound of trumpet icon Dizzy Gillespie, who was his mentor along with Stan Kenton trumpeter Bill Catalano.