John Reynolds, Trumpet
John Reynolds, trumpet
John is a highly sought trumpeter in Southern California, adept in performing many styles of music. John holds a Doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Southern California as well as degrees from San Diego State University and Point Loma Nazarene University.
John performs frequently with his own group, the New Standard Jazz Trio and is often contracted as a freelance trumpeter in Southern California. In the Jazz world, John has performed with Bob Mintzer, Peter Erskine, Bobby Shew, Frank Mantooth, Gilbert Castellanos, Marshall Hawkins and many others. Other groups with which he has performed include the Westwind Brass, Millennia Consort and the San Diego Chamber Orchestra. As an active part of the San Diego music community, he can be seen performing frequently in both Jazz and Classical venues. John recently played Principal Trumpet for the production of Guys and Dolls by the San Diego Musical Theatre and for the Distant Worlds Orchestra (presenting the music of Final Fantasy) with members of the San Diego Symphony at UCLA. He also recently played solo piccolo trumpet for 50th wedding anniversary of the parents of Bill Gates. John is currently adjunct faculty at Point Loma Nazarene University.
John is a member of the International Trumpet Guild, the Musicians Association of San Diego County Local 325, Jazz Educators Network and is founding member of the PSBQ.
Tim Saeger, Trumpet
Tim Saeger, trumpet
Tim Saeger, is a native of San Diego, California. Being a versatile musician he can be found playing classical weddings, big band jazz, and every genre in between. He has played with The San Diego Chamber Orchestra, Civic Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Old Globe Theater, Star Light Theater, and The Baja Symphony. As a member of The Classics 4 Kids & Classics Philharmonic he performs concerts for children while educating them about music. “Performing and teaching music is a passion I have found in myself. I knew from a very young age that this is what I wanted to do with my life. Trumpet has taught me discipline, respect, and has given me the confidence and the tools I need to be successful. I only hope to be able to share this with others, as others have shared this with me.” As a Christian, Tim can be found performing religious services with the Shadow Mountain Church Ensemble. Other small ensembles he performs with include, Joyful Spirits Wedding Ensemble, Seaside Brass Quintet, Select Brass Quintet, Coastal Cities Community Big Band, La Jolla Country Day Broadway Show Ensemble, to name a few. While attending San Diego State University he held principal and lead trumpet positions in their Wind Ensembles, Orchestras and Jazz Bands. Tim also maintains a private instructional studio catering to beginning through advanced students. He currently holds a position as Trumpet Clinician and Private Instructor at Mount Carmel High School, Del Norte High School, and Oak Valley Middle School.
RB Anthony, Horn
RB Anthony, horn
RB Anthony was a full time musician for many years, performing on the French Horn locally and at Disneyland. Having been a performer, arranger, director, and educator in the field, RB has always had music as part of his life. Currently employed by Point Loma Nazarene University as the Manager of Media & Web Services, he is also an adjunct faculty with their Music Department. At PLNU, he has the wonderful opportunity of utilizing his musical background, while also serving the campus and community in his daily role as part of the ITS Department.
RB graduated from Grossmont High School and attended San Diego State University as a Music Education Major, where he participated in many instrumental ensembles. He has written over 100 arrangements for brass quintet and can be heard on several recordings and soundtracks. RB currently resides in El Cajon and performs throughout the San Diego community. RB is a founding member of the PSBQ.
Andrew Moreau, Trombone
Andrew Moreau, Trombone
Trombonist Andrew Moreau is a native San Diegan and very active professional musician. Holder of an undergraduate degree in Music Performance from the University of the Pacific and a Master’s from DePaul University, Andrew studied with low brass greats Charlie Vernon and Mark Fisher. He has performed with the Stockton Symphony and Opera, Concertante di Chicago, San Diego Chamber Orchestra, Orquesta de Baja, the Lyric Opera of San Diego, and was an associate member of the Chicago Civic Orchestra. He has performed in numerous musicals and is experienced in jazz and commercial music as well, he has worked with Clark Terry, Plas Johnson, Matt Finders and the Del Bybee Big Band. Currently he performs with the La Jolla Symphony and the Big Band Express. Andrew currently is the Band Director at Twin Peaks Middle School in Poway, where he lives and enjoys ultra running.
Jenn Opdahl, Tuba
Jenn Opdahl, tuba
Jenn Opdahl was born in Fargo, ND and grew up in an arts-oriented, rural community. She began studying piano at an early age, and later played trombone and tuba in the school band under her father’s direction. In high school, she developed a curiosity for composition and song writing, an interest she still fosters. Jenn graduated Summa Cum Laude from Concordia College (Moorhead, MN), where she earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Theory with independent coursework in composition. Her major instruments of study were tuba and piano, with performance experiences ranging from brass ensembles, band, and orchestra to chamber vocal music and chorus.
A passionate advocate of music education for all young people, Jenn’s diverse career has always been connected to education in some way. Currently, she teaches orchestra and choir in the Sweetwater Union High School District. She also teaches at Point Loma’s innovative music studio, Recreational Music Center, where she designs programs for toddlers and preschool children, as well as teaching private lessons to all ages. Previously she was a music editor with the Neil A. Kjos Music Company for more than ten years, working closely with composers and educators, as well as arranging, orchestrating, and producing audio and video for students and educators. An active member of the San Diego music community, Jenn is resident tubist with the Grossmont Symphony Orchestra and has played for local theater organizations, such as San Diego Christian Community Theater. Her ministry in music includes singing, accompanying, and organizing an instrumental ensemble for First Presbyterian Church of San Diego, where one of her favorite responsibilities is accompanying the children’s choir.