Jeremy DelaCuadra began his musical studies at the age of 12 playing saxophone and trombone with his school band. Mr. DelaCuadra is an accomplished brass player, conductor and music educator. He received his Bachelorʼs degree in Music Education in 2005 from Chapman University, where he received recognition for both his musicianship and teaching abilities, including the 2005 Orchestra Award.
An active trombonist, he has studied with Jim Prindle, David Stetson, and Fred Greene. Mr. DelaCuadraʼs conducting instructors have included John Koshak, Mark Laycock, Michael Luzak, and Daniel Wachs. He has been very active with the Sweetwater Summer Arts Academy, where he served as the Boysʼ Dean and guest conductor. Prior to his time at Chapman, Mr. DelaCuadra was involved in many different musical ensembles, including his high schoolʼs marching and concert bands, the jazz band, his districtʼs orchestra, and the SCSBOA Southern CA Honor Band. Most recently he has served as the band director at El Rancho High School, and also finished a 3 year tenure as Assistant Conductor of the Orange County Symphony. Mr. DelaCuadra currently resides in Orange, and is pursuing his Masterʼs degree in education.