Malcolm McNab: Trumpet Virtuoso and Unsung Hero

*Special Announcement: If you would like a FREE copy of one of Malcolm's most recent CD's, email us at [email protected]. A very limited number are available, and all we ask is for you to cover shipping costs!**In this episode, we are treated to a conversation with Malcolm McNab, a master trumpet player who has left an indelible mark on popular culture through his performances in iconic films like Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, and hundreds of others over a 45-year career. Despite remaining largely out of the limelight, Malcolm has made profound impacts within the trumpet community, Hollywood and beyond. In this interview, recorded at the 2024 International Trumpet Guild conference, Malcolm shares personal anecdotes about legendary figures like Rafael Mendez, as well as offering wisdom on coping with hardships and some of the nuances of trumpet pedagogy. Malcolm also shares personal anecdotes about his career, his family, and his extensive charitable work, including the Camp McNab workshop. Enjoy this deep dive into the life of a man whose music has filled the backdrop of some of cinema's most memorable moments, offering valuable lessons along the way.Episode Highlights:01:15 Discussing Rafael MendezMendez' Early Life and StrugglesMendez' Career and Influence09:42 James Stamp and His Influence21:41 Malcolm's Teaching Philosophy and Techniques43:12 Joining John Williams in 197243:58 Busy Career and Transition in the 2000s44:45 Iconic Movie Scores and Spielberg's Influence47:55 Memorable Moments with Spielberg and Eastwood52:52 Teaching and Camp McNab59:22 Family History and Personal Reflections01:09:15 The Legacy of Malcolm McNabYou've been listening to Trumpet Dynamics, telling the story of the trumpet, in the words of those who play it. To learn more about the show, and to join the Trumpet Dynamics tribe, visit us on the web at trumpetdynamics.com.And be sure to tap the subscribe button on your phone so you're always up to date with new episodes as they release.Thank you for listening!