Jason Evans

Jason Evans is a Professor of Trumpet at the Royal College of Music (RCM) and a Visiting Professor at the Royal Academy of Music. He is also Principal Trumpet of the Philharmonia Orchestra and the first global majority musician to hold these roles. With a BMus(Hons) degree and affiliations with Yamaha Artists since 2021, Evans bridges orchestral excellence, solo performance, and advocacy for inclusivity in the UK music industry.

• Institutional Affiliations:
  • Professor of Trumpet, Royal College of Music
  • Visiting Professor, Royal Academy of Music
  • Principal Trumpet, Philharmonia Orchestra
• Research & Advocacy:
  • Focus on performance psychology and mental resilience in music
  • Champion for diversity and inclusivity in orchestral and academic settings
• Commercial & Artistic Work:
  • Active in film soundtracks (e.g., Rebel Moon, Wonka, The Marvels)
  • Frequent soloist, including appearances at the BBC Proms
• Contact Information:
  • Phone: 020 7591 4777
  • Email: brass@rcm.ac.uk or Jason.Evans@rcm.ac.uk