Praised by the San Francisco Chronicle for his “unforgettable display of virtuosity,” trumpeter Dominic Favia performs on modern and historical instruments. Originally from Virginia, he has a Master of Music Degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and received a bachelor’s degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music. While in Cleveland, he also was actively involved in the Case/CIM Baroque Orchestra, performing on both trumpet and harpsichord.

Mr. Favia has performed baroque trumpet with the American Bach Soloists, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, and Musica Angelica. As a modern musician, he is a member of the Marin Symphony, and has appeared with various performing groups throughout the Bay Area.

He has performed on NPR’s From the Top program and made a solo appearance with the United States Navy Band. When not playing trumpet, Mr. Favia works building harpsichords in Berkeley, California.