Jeffrey Curnow is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on August 16, 1962, in Ithaca, New York, Curnow grew up in a family of musicians. His father, James Curnow, was a composer and conductor, while his mother, Nancy Curnow, was a pianist. From a young age, Curnow was exposed to music and began playing the trumpet at the age of nine. Curnow's talent for music was evident from an early age, and he quickly became a skilled trumpet player. He attended the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, where he studied with Barbara Butler and Charles Geyer. After graduating from Eastman, Curnow went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied with William Vacchiano. Curnow's career as a professional musician began in 1985 when he joined the New York Philharmonic as a trumpet player. He remained with the orchestra for 22 years, during which time he performed in countless concerts and recordings. Curnow also served as the principal trumpet player for the orchestra from 1999 to 2003. During his time with the New York Philharmonic, Curnow also performed with other orchestras and ensembles. He was a member of the Summit Brass ensemble, which was made up of some of the world's finest brass players. Curnow also performed with the Canadian Brass, a popular brass quintet known for their innovative arrangements and performances. Curnow's talent as a trumpet player was recognized by his peers and the music industry. He was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant in 1990, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional talent and promise. Curnow was also a recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Solo Recitalist Award in 1992. In addition to his work as a trumpet player, Curnow is also a composer and arranger. He has written numerous pieces for brass ensembles, including the Summit Brass and the Canadian Brass. Curnow's compositions and arrangements have been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world. Curnow's career as a musician has been marked by numerous highlights and achievements. One of his most memorable performances was his solo performance of the Haydn Trumpet Concerto with the New York Philharmonic in 1990. The performance was widely praised by critics and cemented Curnow's reputation as one of the world's finest trumpet players. Another highlight of Curnow's career was his performance at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. Curnow was selected to perform the Olympic Fanfare and Theme, which was composed by John Williams. The performance was watched by millions of people around the world and was a testament to Curnow's skill and talent as a musician. Curnow's contributions to the world of music have been recognized by his peers and the music industry. In 2007, he was awarded the International Trumpet Guild Award of Merit, which is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the trumpet and brass world. Curnow was also inducted into the Eastman School of Music's Alumni Hall of Fame in 2012. Today, Curnow continues to perform and compose music. He is a member of the faculty at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he teaches trumpet and brass chamber music. Curnow also continues to perform with the Canadian Brass and other ensembles.

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