Brent Turney
Associate Lecturer of Trumpet
Education:
- 2004: Performer's Certivicate
- 2002: MM Jazz Studies-DePaul University
- 2000: B.M.-Penn State University
Courses Taught:
- Jazz History
- Music Appreciation
- Studio Trumpet
Biography:
Brent Turney is originally from outside Philadelphia, PA where he started his musical career. Graduating from Penn State he moved to Chicago in 2000 to complete 4 years of graduate work at DePaul University. Upon Graduation he began teaching trumpet and directing big bands at DePaul. He is an active freelance trumpet player performing regularly with orchestras, big bands, pit orchestras, recording studios, and jazz combos in the Chicago area. He currently lives in Mundelein, IL with his wife Rachel and daughter Anna.