Biography.
San Francisco Bay Area trumpeter Scott Macomber is in demand on the stage, in the pit, and recording studio. He has served as Acting Second Trumpet of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra since 2016 as well as maintaining permanent positions with the California Symphony and Santa Rosa Symphony. Scott frequently appears with the San Francisco Symphony, with whom he has served as Acting Third Trumpet, and the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra. A busy recording artist, Scott is frequently at Skywalker Ranch to appear on video game and film soundtracks as well as commercial albums.
As an educator, Scott maintains a private home (and virtual) teaching studio in addition to serving on the faculty of Saint Mary’s College of California. His positive and constructive approach helps trumpeters of all ages and abilities sharpen fundamentals, expand their interpretations, and realize their potential.
As a performance coach, Scott helps students bring their best to high-pressure moments with spectacular results. His students have gained acceptance to prestigious training programs such as Eastman School of Music, Northwestern University, Oberlin Conservatory, Manhattan School of Music as well as Tanglewood and Aspen Music Festivals.
Scott earned his Bachelor’s of Music degree from Northwestern University where he studied with legendary Chicago Symphony trumpeter and teacher, Vincent Cichowicz. He earned a Master’s of Music from San Francisco Conservatory of Music where he was fortunate to study with master pedagogue David Burkhart. Scott resides with his family in Walnut Creek, CA.
“...Scott Macomber’s opening trumpet solo was exact…”
— Terry McNeill, Classical Sonoma
“No pre-show jitters for trumpeter, Scott Macomber at the first performance of the season, Elgar & Mozart. Scott was able to showcase his exquisite and powerful skill during several solos throughout the program.”
“…(in) Lincoln for baritone, English horn, trumpet, and string orchestra, the instrumental soloists…contribute well-shaped phrases and tight ensemble…"
— Mike Telin, Cleveland Classical
“Scott Macomber is a first-rate trumpet player. His playing has character and eloquence. I first worked with him on my opera “The Dreamers” in 1996; in the 6-performance run of the opera, he never played a wrong or out-of-tune note. I was honored to include him as soloist on the recording of my work “Lincoln,” which he played with great expression. I first knew Scott as a student in one of my graduate Music History classes at the San Francisco Conservatory, so it is especially gratifying to now count him as a valued colleague.”
— David Conte, Professor;
Chair, Composition Department; SFCM
