Gerardo Rodriguez



Instrument Played

Trumpet of Jesus Special Edition Trumpet - BUY
Revelation Series Professional Flugelhorn - BUY

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Biography

Gerardo E. Rodríguez is a world-class trumpet player and a driving force behind many of today's best Latin and pop artists. As a first-rate musician, Gerardo has had the privilege of participating in recordings of pop luminaries such as: Marc Anthony, Prince Royce, Thalía, Ricardo Arjona, Ricardo Montaner, Maluma, Gente de Zona, Cristian Castro, Wisin y Yandel, Daddy Yankee, J Balvin and Obie Bermúdez. . Gerardo has also contributed to dozens of award-winning artists.

Gerardo has participation as main trumpet in salsa productions starring: Marc Anthony, Tito Nieves, Oscar D'Leon, Richie Rey, La India, Luis Enrique,Tony Succar, Victor Manuelle, Rey Ruiz, El Canario, Salsa Giants, Ayme Nuviola, Efraín Dávila "Junito", Sergio George and many more.

The Cuban-American musician has acquired a complete musical training and has an instrumental technique that would rival most virtuosos. Throughout a long career and an impressive roster of artists, he has appeared in some of the most prestigious venues in Europe, South America, and the United States. These include a 2016 concert series at New York's Radio City Music Hall (with Marc Anthony and Ricardo Montaner) and many stadiums around the world. 

He is currently on tour playing lead trumpet with superstar Marc Anthony, a position he has held for more than 5 years. In this tour he moves between the classic styles with the picolo trumpet and in the salsa style he gives a unique and special strength to the brass session.

In 2018, the prestigious Cuban musician and composer Chucho Valdés summoned him to the position of Principal Trumpet to join the Irakere supergroup on an extensive world tour, a position that maestro Arturo Sandoval had long held.

Gerardo is also a prominent studio engineer and producer, recognized for his experience in recording and mixing in which he has been nominated for the Grammy Awards. He remains a regular in the recording studio scene and is dedicated to performing and producing music for praise.

Television appearances include Grammy Awards (multiple), Latin Grammy Awards (multiple), Premio Lo Nuestro (multiple) among many others.

A devout Christian, Gerardo Rodríguez balances a hectic tour and study schedule with a serene family life. Based in Miami, he is considered one of the most respected and in-demand trumpeters in his field.

  • Representative trumpet artist VICTORY MUSIC INSTRUMENTS
  • The trumpet company Victory Music Instruments is currently designing a line of trumpets under the signature of Gerardo E. Rodríguez. Called: TRUMPET OF JESUS