Brandon Lee
Dynamic Trumpet Voice
A standard-bearer of modern hard bop, Lee blends technical precision with soulful lyricism, bridging the gap between jazz education and world-class performance.
hard boppost-bopstraight-ahead jazz
About
Brandon Lee is a premier trumpeter and educator who was part of the inaugural jazz class at Juilliard. He has performed extensively with the Christian McBride Big Band and led various acclaimed ensembles. His career includes significant faculty roles and a prolific international performance schedule.
Music Style
Lee’s sound is rooted in the hard bop tradition, characterized by a warm tone, technical agility, and sophisticated melodic development.
Background
- Hometown
- Houston, Texas
- Education
- Juilliard School
- Instruments
- trumpet
- Active
- 2000s-present
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Notable Collaborations
Christian McBride Big BandJazz at Lincoln Center OrchestraKenny BarronFat Cat Big BandThe Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
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Upcoming Events
Brandon Lee's next NYC show is Saturday, July 11 at Cellar Dog.