Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra

BILL DENSON (Trumpet) - Bill was raised in Buffalo and currently resides in Big Flats, NY.  In addition to the Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra, he plays with various bands in the Corning, Elmira, and Rochester area including Gateswingers, Hepcats, Corning Brassworks, jazz combo group Solid State Jazz, and various pit bands.  He is a retired scientist from the Corning Research and Development Corporation.  Bill also enjoys golfing, hiking, bicycling, woodworking, and designing/building speaker systems.

BERNIE SCHROEDER (Trumpet) – As the President of Lake Beverage Corp., Bernie is “The Budman” by day and a “Jazzman” by night. Bernie is delighted to be performing with the talented musicians of the Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra. Bernie can also be found playing trumpet with the Kodak Concert Band, the Pittsford Fire Department Band and various community groups around town.

ERIC LOFGREN (Trumpet) - Eric has played trumpet professionally for over 20 years in a variety of classical and jazz ensembles throughout Illinois, Michigan, and New York. He received his undergraduate degree from Bradley University and Master’s degree from Eastman School of Music. He also enjoys playing piano, drum set, and bass guitar.

MARK ZEGER (Trumpet) - Though trumpet is Mark’s primary instrument, he was the guitarist for the University of Rochester Jazz Ensemble and plays piano. Mark has written and recorded numerous jingles, two of which earned Telly Awards. Since 2016, Mark is proud to perform with the talented musicians of the Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra.