Keith Moyer

This really depends on your needs. I have performed with national acts on grand stages in front of thousands of people or in a corner playing quietly while people socialize. I play trumpet, sing, and front many different ensembles. As a result, I can perform everything from an instrumental jazz group (as small as two pieces) to a full cover band. Your event and your vision for the entertainment for that event will ultimately drive what group we decide plan for. The nice thing about working with seasoned professionals is that you have the flexibility to cater the group towards the needs of the client. Therefore, the musicians in my band can play just about anything and can meet just about any need for your event.

Keith Moyer is a musician, trumpet player, educator, and composer/arranger based out Saint Louis, Missouri. He began playing the trumpet at the age of eleven and soon after he began studying with Dr. Lisa Blackmore. While his early years consisted of the intense study of classical trumpet styles, he quickly fell in love with jazz. Upon graduating High School, Keith recieved a full scholarship to attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music. While there he studied with Dr. Keith Benjamin, Dr. Michael Parkinson, Stan Kessler, Bob Brookmeyer, and Mike Metheney. He immersed himself in the Kansas City Jazz Scene and spent two years learning on the gig from the local masters of the music. However, after two short years in Kansas City, Keith left to tour nationally with Sky Bop Fly. The Saint Louis based Acid Jazz band toured most of the United States and recorded two albums under independent labels. In 1997, Keith enlisted in the United States Army as a trumpet player and musician. After a brief stay at Fort Leonard Wood (Basic Training) and Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base (The Navy School of Music), Keith was stationed with the 76th Army Band (Vth Corps) in Wiesbaden, Germany. During his four years of active military service, Keith toured most of Europe with the band. He was the featured soloist on numerous performances for high ranking military members, heads of state, and foreign audiences. While in Germany, Keith also co-founded the band Superfro with fellow Army musician and friend Brandon Mezzelo. The band played all over Germany and headlined at several Jazz festivals. Superfro recorded one album entitled "Acid Jazz Party". In 2001, Keith was honorably discharged from active military service. He returned to the states in 2002 to attend Missouri State University on a full music scholarship. While there he performed with the Missouri State Jazz Band (Under the direction of Jerry Hoover) , Brandon Mezzelo, Johnny Strickler, Richard Bruton, and Ryan Talbot. In 2003, Keith returned to Saint Louis. Since then , Keith has remained in Saint Louis where he both performs and teaches. Keith holds a BA in Music Performance (Trumpet), a BA in Music Education (Instrumental Music k-12), a Masters of Music in Jazz Performance, and Ed.S in Educational Administration. Keith is currently the Director of Bands at Fort Zumwalt West High School in O'Fallon, Missouri where directs the Silver Jaguar Brigade Marching Band, Pep Bands, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Jazz Lab Band. He has also held positions as Director of Bands (Brentwood School District), Director of Bands (Riverview Gardens Middle/High Schools), Adjunct Instructor of Jazz Trumpet (Webster University), and Adjunct Instructor fo Trumpet (Saint Charles Community College). Keith has recorded and performed with both national and regional acts. Some notables are: Son Volt, The Cab Calloway Orchestra, Petula Clark, Michael Hampton (PFUNK), Greg Thomas (PFUNK), Dr Zhivegas, The Ralph Butler Band, The Smash Band, Montez Coleman, The Dave Dickey Big Band, The Sessions Big Band, Billy Barnett, Willie Akins, Willem von Hombract, Paul DeMarinis, Kim Portnoy, Erika Johnson, and too many more to mention. Keith also reenlisted in the Missouri Army National Guard in 2004. He has served with the 135th Army Band in Springfield, MO ever since. Currently, Keith resides in O'Fallon , MO with his wife Maria and two daughters Lily and Avery. Keith is available for gigs, teaching, clinics, composing/arranging and anything else musical.
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Notable Recognitions and Awards Include:
KWMU Saint Louis Jazz Hall of Fame
Mention in Dennis Owsley's book: City of Gabriels: A History of Jazz in Saint Louis
The Shining Star Award: For Teachers Who Make a Difference

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