Jamil Sharif

Jamil Sharif is a New Orleans trumpeter, composer and bandleader whose music reflects the traditions of his hometown. The son of trumpeter Umar Sharif, he studied with Ellis Marsalis, Alvin Batiste and Edward "Kidd" Jordan. He has performed with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and contributed to film soundtracks including "The Big Easy" and "Ray", leading bands through traditional jazz, swing and R&B.