Master Trumpet & French Horn Instructor and Band Leader
Musician Bio
Steve hails from San Antonio, Texas. In his youth, he taught himself on various instruments, concentrating his professional training on the trumpet at the U.S. Army School of Music, continuing to serve a combined 20 years of active duty service in the 5th U.S. Army Band in San Antonio, Tx, the 2nd Division Band in Korea, and retired as a member of the prestigious Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps(the official escort to the President of the United States/Washington DC). Upon retirement, Steve developed a very successful trumpet teaching practice throughout the Washington DC metro area, as well as performing in many bands throughout the area. His youngest student, Geoffrey Gallante, was a guest trumpeter on the Jay Leno Show at the age of six.
Steve and his family moved out west to Bakersfield, California, in January 2006. He is currently very active in the area, as an educator, performer, band leader, and CEO/founder of The Bakersfield Jazz Workshop.
Education | Inspiration
Steve has a successful private/classroom music teaching practice in the Bakersfield area. He is the Brass Instructor at California Keyboards and the CEO/Founder/Director of the Bakersfield Jazz Workshop.
Many of his students have won auditions for the Kern County Honor Band and Jazz Ensemble. He teaches all levels and age groups. Please feel free to contact Steve for inquiries or to schedule private lessons or clinics.
Performance | Entertainment
Steve is the founder and leader of The Bakersfield Jazz Orchestra, Groove Factor, and UpTown Swing. He is also a busy freelance trumpeter for many top local area bands, such as The Jay Smith Group.
Eisen regularly performs at Imbibe Wine and Spirits The Vault Restaurant and Bar, Valle: Flavors of Mexico, as well as various private functions.
Contact Steve for your musical entertainment needs.
He has the perfect fit for any occasion.
The Bakersfield Jazz Orchestra
Visit The Bakersfield Jazz Orchestra here.
THe Bakersfield Jazz Workshop
Visit the official website here.
UPTOWN SWING
Personalized service tailored to your unique needs.Composed of Bakersfield’s best musicians, the group performs toe-tapping New Orleans, Swing, Jazz, and Blues, as well as a good mix of Sinatra favorites. This band will bring class and elegance, perfect for any event that is looking for a spirited, upbeat vibe. Uptown Swing performs regularly at The Vault Restaurant & Bar, Imbibe Wine & Spirits, 2ⁿᵈ Wed. Swing Dance at The America Legion Hall across from The Historic Fox Theater, and many more events and venues around Southern California.
Visit the official page of UpTown Swing here.
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Call or email for information on booking, instruction, or general inquiries
(661)444-0853