Jason Evans
Trumpet
Principal Trumpet
Jason Evans is currently Principal Trumpet of the Philharmonia Orchestra and has previously held the post of Head of Brass at the Royal College of Music. He is a professor of trumpet at the Royal Academy of Music, and Royal College of Music. He is the first global majority musician to have held these positions.
Jason was one of the youngest principal trumpeters to have been appointed to a UK orchestra, having secured his current position in the Philharmonia Orchestra during the second year of his bachelor’s degree at the Academy, where he studied with James Watson, Mark David, Paul Beniston, and John Hutchins. He is also an active soloist and has performed as a soloist at the BBC Proms with the Philharmonia. One of his more notable performances was as a soloist and principal trumpet for the coronation of King Charles III, and Queen Camilla.
Jason is in high demand for commercial recordings and as a freelance trumpet player. Recent film soundtracks on which he can be heard include Rebel Moon, Wonka, Puss in Boots 2, The Marvels, and The Little Mermaid. Since January 2021, Jason has been a Yamaha Artist.
Jason recognises the need for change within the UK music industry, and as such, he is a passionate advocate for inclusivity in the arts. Jason is particularly interested in the psychological issues surrounding performance and the mental preparation needed for performing in an ever-changing world.
In his (limited!) spare time, Jason enjoys keeping fit and active, going on holiday, and spending time with his very patient, supportive wife and baby son!
The Principal Trumpet Chair is endowed by Daan and Maggie Knottenbelt.
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