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Trumpet — Classical · Jazz · Contemporary
A versatile freelance musician celebrated for exceptional performances across classical, jazz, and contemporary music — from symphony stages to film studios.
Avi Bialo, a native of Los Angeles, stands out as a versatile freelance musician celebrated for his exceptional performances across the spectrum of classical, jazz, and contemporary music.
His musical journey has led him to renowned stages spanning both the United States and Asia. He has performed with the Phoenix Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, Mozaic Festival Orchestra, and the LA Jewish Symphony, where he serves as Principal Trumpet.
In addition to his orchestral work, Avi has contributed to soundtracks, films, television, and commercial campaigns — including CarMax and Buick — with recordings featured on Nickelodeon and album releases including Women of Valor and The Music of Eric Zeisl.
Avi was honored with the Frieda and Harry Aronson Scholarship in Trumpet, granting him a full scholarship to The Juilliard School, along with the ASCAP Foundation Leiber & Stoller Music Scholarship.
Audio excerpts featuring Avi's performances across orchestral, contemporary, and popular repertoire.
Passionate about the art of trumpet playing, Avi is a dedicated instructor with over 30 years of musical experience — a trusted resource for aspiring players at every level.
His teaching philosophy centers on nurturing a strong foundation in sound production, articulation, and technique, tailoring each lesson to the individual student's goals and abilities.
Proficient in the methodologies of notable brass educators such as James Stamp, Avi also draws on his own training under Raymond Mase, Mark Gould, Roy Poper, and Benny Nguyen at Juilliard and Oberlin.
Whether you're preparing for conservatory auditions or picking up the instrument for the first time, Avi creates a warm, rigorous environment where artistry and fundamentals grow together.
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"Nurturing each student's unique voice — from the very first note to the concert stage."
