I am on CLOUD NINE!

The amazing trumpet virtuoso, Joey Pero chose MY MUTE to perform at the 2010 International Trumpet Guild meeting in Australia.  He could play any equipment he wants.

Wynton Marsalis gave him a Monette trumpet.  AND HE CHOSE MY MUTE!

Here are the emails I got from him:

Date: January 8, 2010 1:17:12 PM CST

Subject: mutes etc.

John,

I received your package a few days ago.  Thank you so much for sending me the mute(s).  You are very creative!  The intonation constancy is staggering!  Thank you so very much for taking the time to do that.  

Hoping to meet you face to face soon and a very happy new year,

Joey

June 22, 2010 at 12:26am

Subject: ITG 2010 AU

John,

Just wanted to drop you a quick line. I will be using your mute on the Arutunian Trumpet Concerto at ITG!

Just thought you should know, and I hope all is well with you.

All the best,

Joey Pero