Richard Holland

                                                                     178 Long Acre Road

                                                                      Rochester, NY 14621

                                                                          585-205-4493

                                                                  jzztpt1958@gmail.com

Objective and Summary : 

To teach private trumpet students, as well as Jazz students. My background has both Classical and Jazz playing experiences. I’m comfortable teaching beginning lessons to more advanced students. I’ve held college jobs at Villa Maria, Oswego State, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo College and was a Grad. Assistant at both DePaul University and Michigan State.

I’ve instructed Applied Jazz, Jazz Arranging, Jazz History, Aural comprehension and Jazz Improvisation. Co-led the Downbeat-winning College Jazz Big Band and directed Jazz combos. Experienced in coaching Classical chamber ensembles and have taught Applied Trumpet. Skilled jazz improviser with studio trumpet experience. 

Also taught history of Rock and Roll for 10 years at GCC, Oswego State and Western Michigan University.

Education 

Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA 

Bachelor of Arts/Professional Music, 1985 

DePaul University, Chicago, IL 

Master of Music/Jazz Studies, 1991 

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 

Doctorate of Musical Arts / Classical Performance (DMA), 2002

Doctorate Completed Spring, 2002 

Additional Instruction: 

Jazz Improvisation: 

Greg Hopkins  (Boston, MA) 1981-1984

John McNeil (New York, NY) 1981-1985 

Charlie Banacos (Boston, MA) 1982-1985 

Frank Mantooth (Chicago, Ill.) 1988-1990

Larry Novak (Chicago, IL) 1988-1990 

Marcus Belgrave (Detroit, MI) 1993-1994

Studio Trumpet: 

Carmine Caruso (New York, NY) 1983-1985 

Ross Beacraft (DePaul University) 1988-1990 

Tim Morrison (Boston, MA) 1984-1985 

Richard Illman (Michigan State University) 1991-1996 

Scott Thornburg (Western Michigan University) 1994-96 

Teaching Experience: 

Villa Maria College, Buffalo, NY.—Taught private Lessons in the Music Business Program. 

Holland Teaching Studio, Buffalo and Medina, NY.—Teach 15 students. I cover everything from Trumpet Basics to Advanced Jazz Techniques. Working on a Methodology in Jazz Improvisation.

Holland Music Studios, Rochester, NY.

Store and Community School located on Rochester’s West side. Dr. Holland is the owner and proprietor. Dr. Holland is the business road representative and senior trumpet teacher. He currently has 15 students. Student ability levels include, Eastman Students to Middle School.

Genesee Community College, Albion NY

Taught classes in Jazz History, Rock History and American Music.

Oswego State University 2003-2006 

Assignments include Rock & Roll History, Jazz History, Jazz Band, Ear Training, American Music and private jazz improvisation.

Instructor, Kalamazoo College 1999 - 2003 

Applied Jazz Trumpet and Jazz Improvisation

Instructor, General Education, Western Michigan University Extension 1998 -2003 

Teaches Jazz/Pop Appreciation, American Music and History of Rock & Roll for various WMU extension colleges.

Instructor of Jazz Studies, Western Michigan University 1998 - 2001 

Taught Jazz History, Applied Jazz, Jazz Arranging, Jazz Improvisation and Aural Comprehension. Has led University Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Lab Band and Jazz combos. Has played with Faculty Jazz Quartet and been a guest soloist with Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Lab Band. Taught General Education Jazz/Pop lecture class of 200-250 enrollment each semester. Also involved in clinics as both adjudicator and clinician. Active recruiter with vision for an Applied Jazz Program.

Adjunct Professor of Jazz Studies, Western Michigan University 1997 - 1998 

Taught Jazz History, Aural Comprehension and Applied Jazz. Led jazz sectionals for University Jazz ensembles. Taught Jazz Applied Studio and Jazz Combo program. Played as guest soloist with University Jazz ensembles and Western Jazz Quartet. Also involved as adjudicator and clinician for high school festivals. 

Private Instructor 1992 - 1997 

Taught 75 applied lessons a week. Students ranged from Jr. High to College. Included music theory, jazz improvisation, classical trumpet and ear training. 

Instructor, Olivet College, Olivet, Michigan 1993 - 1994 

Taught Jazz History and Studio Trumpet. 

Instructor, DePaul University, Community Music Division 1990 - 1991 

Taught studio trumpet, Jazz improvisation, music theory, and Jazz history. 

Graduate Assistant, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois 1988 - 1990 

Directed second jazz ensemble and coached jazz combos. This duty included festival and concert preparation. 

College Honors and Awards: 

Winner of Brass Quintet Competition (Michigan State University Graduate Quintet) Intl. Tuba Conference, 1995 

Outstanding Soloist (Elmhurst Jazz Festival), 1990 

Graduate Assistant –DePaul University (w/Frank Mantooth)

Boston Globe Jazz Festival, Phil Wilson International Dues Band,1989 

Winner of DePaul Scholarship Competition, 1988 

Outstanding Soloist Award (Berklee College of Music), 1984 

Four National Radio Concerts, 1982-85 

Professional Organizations: 

American Federation of Musicians 

Historical Brass Society 

International Trumpet Guild (ITG) 

Music Educator's National Conference (MENC) 

International Association of Jazz Educators (IAJE)

Professional Accomplishments 

PERFORMED WITH THE FOLLOWING:

Louie Bellson, Chicago Based Big Band (1988-91), Soloist 

Burt Bacharach with Dionne Warwick (Interlochen, MI) 

Pat Boone (Chicago) 

Cab Calloway (Louie Bellson, Blue Lake, MI) 

Natalie Cole (Warner Bros. Productions, Chicago) 

Harry Connick, Jr. (Chicago Theater) 

Buddy DeFranco Big Band (Jazz Showcase, Chicago) 

Fred Hersch (Fontana Chamber Arts) 

Rockford Jazz Festival), Soloist 

Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra (1990-Present), Jazz Soloist 

Jon Faddis (Louie Bellson Band, Racine Jazz Festival) 

Dominique Eade (many concerts) 

Johnny Frigo (Several Dates, Chicago) 

Terry Gibbs Big Band (Jazz Showcase, Chicago), Soloist 

Buselli/Wallarab Big Band Soloist (several dates) 

Frankie Kapp Big Band (Rockford Jazz Festival), Soloist 

Steve Lawrence and Edie Gorme (Star Plaza, Chicago) 

Frank Mantooth (many concerts) 

Johnny Mathis (Des Moines, IA) 

Jack McDuff (Betty Joplin Entertainment World, Lansing, MI) 

Don Menza (Several Louie Bellson Concerts) 

Hendrik Meurkens (many concerts) 

Makoto Ozone Big Band (Japanese Television), Soloist 

Rob Pardon Big Band, Chicago (1988-91), Soloist 

Mike Pendowski Big Band, Chicago (1988-91), Soloist 

Bernadette Peters (Lansing, MI) 

Nelson Riddle Orchestra (Several Concerts) 

Spinners/Martha Reeves, Motown Celebration (Kalamazoo, MI) 

Marvin Stamm (Chicago, IL) 

Temptations/Four Tops, Midwest Tour, 1998 

Bobby Watson (Michigan region) 

Scott Robinson (many concerts) 

Kerry Strayer (many concerts) 

Franck Amsallem (Fontana Chamber Arts) 

Rob McConnell (Rockford Jazz Festival) 

JAZZ FESTIVALS: 

Geneva Smith Opera House 2011 (LBB)

Rochester International Jazz Festival 2006, 2008, 2010 (LBB)

Lewiston Jazz Festival 2010  (LBB)

Wolcott Wine and Jazz 2010 (2010

Fairport Canal Days 2009,2010 (USO)

Monroe Community College Jazz Festival 2007, 2008 (LBB)

Boston Globe Jazz Festival (Phil Wilson International Dues Band), 1984 

Capital Riverfest. Lansing, MI (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader), 1993 

Chicago Jazz Festival (Rob Pardon Big Band), 1991 

Flint Cobra Jazz Festival (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader), 1997-1999 

Fontana Concert Society (Rick Holland Quartet), Present 

Gilmore Keyboard Festival Opening Gala (Rick Holland Quartet), 2000 

Grand Rapids Jazz Festival (Rick Holland Quartet), 1999 

Grand Valley State University Jazz Series, Live at the BOB Radio Broadcast (Rick Holland Quartet) 1998, 1999, 2000 

Jazz in the City, Lansing, MI (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader), 1994 

Kalamazoo Jazz Festival (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader) 1996, 1999 

Michigan Festival, East Lansing, MI (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader), 1998 Michigan Wine and Harvest Festival, Kalamazoo, MI (Capital Jazz Quartet, Rick Holland, Leader), 1995, 1997 

Old Towne Jazz Festival, Lansing, MI (Rick Holland Quartet), 1998 

Racine Jazz Festival, Racine, WI (Louie Bellson, Jon Faddis), 1991 

RE Olds Jazz Series, Lansing, MI (Rick Holland Quartet), 1998, 1999 

Rockford Jazz Festival, Rockford, IL (Rob McConnell, Herb Ellis), 1990

OFF-BROADWAY SHOWS: 

"Carousel," Lansing, MI, 1997 

"Chicago," Kalamazoo, MI, 2000 

"City of Angels," Lansing, MI, 1997 

"Dream Girls," Chicago, IL, 1993 

"Fiddler On the Roof," Lansing, MI, 1995 

"Hello Dolly!" Lansing, MI, 1996 

"Peter Pan," Lansing, MI, 1998 

Radio City Music Hall, Lansing, MI, 1994 

"The Sound of Music," Lansing and Kalamazoo, MI, 1996 

State Fair, Lansing, MI, 1995

NATIONAL TELEVISION COMMERCIALS: 

Acura Automobiles, 1991 

American Cancer Society, 1991 

Cypress Gardens, 1991

CLINICIAN AND SOLOIST: 

Geneva High School 2010

Kendall High School 2010 (RH 5Tet)

Brockport High School 2010

Honeoye High School 2008, 2009

Monroe Community College 2007, 2008

Fulton High School 2006

University of Rochester, Spring 2005, Soloist and clinic

Virginia Tech University, Spring 2004 Clinician and Soloist

Central Queensland Conservatorium, Summer-2005, 2007, In Residence Faculty. Bi-Yearly

Oswego State University Summer Jazz Camp 2004-2006

Albion College, 2005, Clinician and Soloist, RHED Little Big Band

Portage Northern High School, April 2005, Clinician and Soloist

Grand Valley State, April 2004

Fulton High School, 2005, Clinic

Mexico Junior High School, 2005, clinician and soloist

Central Square High School, Clinic, May 2005

Butler University, Clinician, Indianapolis, IN, March 2000 

Comstock, Galesburg-Augusta High Schools, Soloist and Clinician, Galesburg, MI, November, 1999 

East Lansing High School, RE Olds Soloist Series, East Lansing, MI, April, 1998 

Elkhart Community Concert Band, Soloist, Elkhart, IL, June, 1997 

Fort Wayne Public School, Clinician and Soloist, Fort Wayne, IN, February, 2000 

Grand Valley State University, 2000 - 2002 

Hart Public Schools, Clinician and Soloist, Hart, MI, 1998 - 2002 

Holt High School, Clinician and Soloist, Holt, MI, April 1998 

Kalamazoo Jazz Festival, Clinician and Soloist, Kalamazoo, MI, July, 1998 

Kalamazoo Public Schools, Kalamazoo, MI, 2000, 2001 

Loy Norrix High School, Clinician, Kalamazoo, MI, November, 1999 

Mason Public Schools, Soloist, Brass Methods, Mason, MI, September, 1996 

Mattawan High School, Mattawan, MI, 1999, 2000, 2001 

Muskegon High School, Clinician and Soloist, Muskegon, MI, 1998 - 2002 

Northview High School, Clinician, Grand Rapids, MI, May, 2000 

Northwest Michigan College, Clinician and Soloist with Faculty, Traverse City, MI, February, 1994 

Okemos High School, Jazz Clinician and Concert with Rick Holland Quartet, Okemos, Mi 1997 

Perry Public Schools, Jazz Soloist and Clinician, Perry, MI, 1997 

Portage Public Schools, Soloist, Portage, MI, 1998 - 2002 

Saginaw Valley State University, Clinician & Soloist, Saginaw, MI, February, 1996 

St. Joseph College, St. Joseph, MI, 2002 

South Bend Public Schools, Clinician & Soloist, South Bend, IN, January, 2000 

Western Michigan University, Clinic & Concert with Jazz Pianist, Larry Novak, February, 1999

RECORDINGS: 

Rick Holland Evan Dobbins Little Big Band-Trilby (Oct. 2009—(Trilby) May 2010

Rick Holland Evan Dobbins Little Big Band (Blu Jazz) 2006

Kerry Strayer-Rick Holland Quartet, Rhombus Records, 2004.

Rick Holland Quartet w/Larry Novak, Positive Settings, Cadence Records, February, 1999 

Rick Holland Quartet, There Will Never Be Another You, Cadence Records, July, 1998 

Rick Holland Quartet with Hendrik Muerkens, You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To, 2002 

Mike Pagan, Cadence Jazz Records, 1994 

Mike Pendowski Big Band, Universal Recording, 1991 

Carl Cafagna, Trumpet Players of Our Time 

Works In Progress: 

CD Projects: 

RHQ—project in the next couple of years.

New Little Big Band Project--featuring the music of Fred Hersch and Norma Winstone

Other: 

Jazz Methodology for Improvisation --on Web-site

Jazz Theory Workbook 

Series Coordinator, Artistic Consultant: 

Fontana Concert Society-Artistic Director, Fontana Jazz Series (Guest Artists W/RHQ included-Dominique Eade, Fred Hersch, Scott Robinson, Kerry Strayer, Hendrik Muerkens, Franck Amsallem, Doug Talley, Jamie Shew and Sunny Wilkinson) 2000 - 2002 

Muskegon Harbortowne Jazz Festival (Bobby Watson and Kerry Strayer W/RHQ as guest artists) 2000 - 2002 

Jazz at the KIA - Artistic Consultant and Performer (Hendrik Meurkens, Kerry Strayer and Scott Robinson) 1999 

Jazz at the REO - Artistic Consultant (RHQ, Sunny Wilkinson, Andrew Speight) 1997 – 1998