A past world champion cornet player, Ivan has, during his 50 year playing career, been principal trumpet in symphony orchestras and stage shows, played on over 2,000 recordings, and has given numerous solo and ensemble performances in both classical and jazz styles. He has taught from Elementary through to Post-Graduate levels, and is also a very experienced Band, Orchestra, and Choral Conductor and arranger.
Originally from New Zealand, Mr. Hunter has performed in Japan, USSR, UK, France, Holland, Germany, Austria, Canada, and was considered Australia’s leading brass specialist before settling in the USA.