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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 Mendez

• Mendez' Early Life and Struggles
• Mendez' Career and Influence

09:42 James Stamp and His Influence

21:41 Malcolm's Teaching Philosophy and Techniques

43:12 Joining John Williams in 1972

43:58 Busy Career and Transition in the 2000s

44:45 Iconic Movie Scores and Spielberg's Influence

47:55 Memorable Moments with Spielberg and Eastwood

52:52 Teaching and Camp McNab

59:22 Family History and Personal Reflections

01:09:15 The Legacy of Malcolm McNab

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