James Osborn

James Osborn is an Adjunct Professor in the Music Department at Vassar College since 1982, serving as Director of Jazz and Wind Ensembles. He founded the Vassar College Jazz Ensemble (1984) and Jazz Combo program (2004), and directs the Vassar College Community Wind Ensemble. He also teaches trumpet at Vassar and maintains a private studio of 25 students.

• BA: SUNY Albany
• MM: SUNY Albany

His career spans performance with The Jim Osborn Orchestra, freelance trumpet work for artists like Tony Bennett and The Temptations, and leadership roles including Past-President of Dutchess County Music Educators Association and founder/Chair of their Annual Jazz Festival (11+ years). He directs music programs at Roosevelt High School and collaborates with orchestras across the Northeast.