Biography

Ron Blake is a trumpet player based in the Los Angeles area. He attended high school at the Hamilton High Academy of Music where he played with Dizzy Gillespie in the Monterey Jazz Festival High School Band. Soonafter, he attended Cal State Northridge for his undergraduate degree in music.

During this time, Ron played and recorded with numerous musicians such as rap artist/producer, Dr.Dre, as well as legendary salsa singer, Celia Cruz.

He then attended The California Institute of the Arts Master Degree program on a full scholarship. After finishing up his Master's degree, Ron went on to play and record with artists such as Green Day, Ben Harper, Ziggy Marley, Ry Cooder, and The Brian Setzer Orchestra. He currently plays with latin jazz legend Poncho Sanchez. 

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