About Joseph
Joseph Reid, a native of Lenoir, North Carolina, is a passionate trumpeter and educator raised by two public school music teachers. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music Performance from the University of Georgia, studying with Philip Smith and Dr. Brandon Craswell, and was an active member in ensembles like the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and UGA’s British Brass Band. He completed his Master’s at the University of Maryland under Chris Gekker, performing principal trumpet in works such as Stravinsky’s Petrushka and Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique, and also was a member of the Terrapin Brass Quintet, the university’s fellowship brass ensemble. Since 2017, Joseph has maintained an active teaching and coaching career, offering private lessons, working with marching bands, and serving as an instructor at the Fortissimo! Chamber Music Festival in Wilmington, NC. Outside of music, he enjoys traveling, grilling, and spending time with friends, family, and his dog, Coco.
Services
Based in the DMV area, Joseph Reid offers private brass lessons and music theory tutoring for students of all levels. With degrees in Music Performance from the University of Maryland and the University of Georgia, he brings nearly a decade of experience across classical, jazz, chamber, and contemporary styles. He has studied with renowned teachers including Philip Smith, Chris Gekker, Brandon Craswell, and James Stokes, and has performed with orchestras, wind ensembles, brass quintets, and jazz bands. Joseph was also an instructor at the inaugural Fortissimo! Chamber Music Festival. He offers trumpet and brass instruction, as well as music theory tutoring from basics to advanced harmonic analysis. Lessons are available in 30- or 60-minute sessions, in person or online, and are tailored to each student’s goals, whether it’s audition prep, foundational skills, or enhancing versatility across genres.
Joseph Reid is a versatile and accomplished musician with a Bachelor's in Music Performance from the University of Georgia and a Master’s from the University of Maryland. With experience across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles, he has performed as a soloist in the National Trumpet Competition as well as with groups like the Athens Symphony Orchestra, Annapolis Opera, and the Terrapin Brass Quintet. His versatility spans genres and settings; he has performed with British brass bands, Latin ensembles, and numerous rock bands in Athens, Georgia’s thriving music scene. In addition to his work on stage, Joseph has experience playing in musical theater pits, bringing precision and flexibility to productions across a range of styles. He is equally comfortable adapting to live band settings or supporting a show from the orchestra pit. He regularly performs at weddings, receptions, religious services, fundraisers, school events, and private parties, offering expressive and polished performances tailored to each event. Additionally, he is available to contract musicians for any occasion, helping clients curate the ideal ensemble. Rates vary based on performance demands, travel, rehearsals, and any applicable contracting or doubling fees.
Joseph Reid offers professional music arranging services tailored to meet the unique needs of your ensemble. Specializing in American and popular music, he creates high-quality arrangements for non-traditional instrumentations, including brass quintet, jazz band, marching band, trumpet ensemble, and mixed ensembles such as trumpet and strings. With a strong foundation in classical, jazz, rock, and folk styles, and with performance experience in chamber groups, symphony orchestras, and opera productions, Joseph brings both creativity and technical expertise to every project. Whether you're seeking original arrangements, transcriptions, or custom adaptations, he collaborates closely with clients to produce personalized, polished scores suited to each group’s instrumentation and skill level. Rates vary depending on the length of the arrangement, the availability of source material, and the complexity of the ensemble, with a commitment to delivering musical results that are both practical and artistically rewarding. Fill out the Request a Custom Arrangement form below and receive a free quote ranging between $100-$500.
Media
Watch a variety of performances featuring Joseph Reid, both as a performer and arranger, across a wide range of settings. New pictures and videos will be added regularly!