Nadje Noordhuis’ Humble Australian Roots and Finding Success in America

Entering the music world as a pianist and switching to the trumpet after a tragic accident, Nadje Noordhuis has overcome adversity and found success as a jazz trumpeter, composer and hard working entrepreneur.Nadje came from humble beginnings in Australia and always followed her gut instinct. Her gut landed her at the Manhattan School of Music, where she met and formed an incredible bond with trumpet master, Laurie Frink.Since Laurie's passing, Nadje continues to carry on Laurie's legacy with the Laurie Frink Career Grant and the Laurie Frink Brass Summit for young brass players.In this conversation, you'll hear...-Nadje's tragic trumpet beginnings...6:30-Nadje's big move from Australia to New York...11:15-The impact that Laurie Frink had on Nadje's career and life...15:10Laurie Frink Career GrantLaurie Fring Brass summit-How Nadje developed her own very unique sound...22:00-About the Celtic influence behind Nadje's song, Mayfair...26:10-What Nadje is doing now as a touring musician and composer...29:00Nadje Noordhuis quintetMaria Schneider Orchestra-How Nadje keeps balance between playing and teaching...34:15Credits:Trumpet Dynamics: The Story of the Trumpet, In the Words of Those Who Play ItHost: James NewcombGuest: Nadje NoordhuisOpening music: "Folklore" by Big Big TrainClosing music: "Creepin' With Clark" written and performed by Mike VaxAudio editing by: James NewcombShow notes prepared by: Mandi PittSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/trumpet-dynamics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.