Tom Faver was born September 24th 1963 in Redondo Beach California. Both of his parents were Texans, so when Tom was old enough to understand that he was not in Texas, (age two) He packed his toys and diapers and moved to the homeland (Texas) with parents and sister in tow. Tom attended University of Texas at Arlington, University of North Texas and Southwestern Seminary. Tom plays trumpet, guitar and bass. His specialties are jazz improvisation and Lead guitar. Tom has performed with his trumpet and guitar on many television and radio commercials.
What you should know
Full Name:
Tom Faver
Favorite instrument:
Guitar
other instruments I play:
All band instruments, but especially Trumpet and Bass
Years experience in music:
30
Average weekly practice:
8 hours
Mac or PC?
Both
College(s):
University of Texas at Arlington, University of North Texas, Southwestern Seminary
ensembles i have played with:
Multiple Lab Bands at UTA and UNT. Southwestern Seminary Band, Various Rock, Jazz, and Blues Band. Even some Country Bands.
Favorite part of the band year:
When the beginners get “Let’s Go Band” in the 2nd half of the year.
favorite part of band camp:
The Camp Finale Concert
Favorite band trip ever:
Too many to choose, but probably San Antonio. I can’t wait to go skiing this year, though!
Cheese or no cheese?
Extra Cheese
Hobbies:
playing music, hiking, camping, sailing
Pets:
4 Dogs - Duffy, Brody, Peggy, & Ruby
favorite artists:
Miles Davis
Favorite album:
“Kind of Blue” by Miles Davis
Interesting fact:
I am double jointed and have an abnormal fear of glitter. Glitter has no place in a band class.
Cowboys or giants?
Cowboys
Stars or redwings?
Stars, of course!
Mavs or spurs?
Mavs
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