Classical/Review David Longoria feat. Diana Tash & AJ Teshin - Celebrate (Sound the Trumpet!)

Born at a very early age, Grammy Award nominee David Longoria sang before he could speak. At 6 months, he sang scales with his aunt Betty, an opera singer. He learned to play the trumpet at age 10, where the local Salvation Army taught him to read music. He impressed trumpet icons Al Hirt & Dizzy Gillespie and toured with many stars of jazz, rock, and R&B.

"Celebrate (Sound the Trumpet!)" by David Longoria, featuring Diana Tash and AJ Teshin, is a stunning fusion of baroque and modern classical styles, breathing new life into the genre. Longoria, a virtuoso trumpeter, takes on the ambitious task of reinterpreting a classic baroque piece with a fresh approach, and the result is captivating. The track showcases Longoria’s masterful trumpet work, weaving it beautifully with the intricate textures of a string quintet, harpsichord, and church organ.

Opera singers Diana Tash and AJ Teshin add an operatic grandeur to the composition, their vocals blending seamlessly with the orchestral backdrop, while The California Chorale’s chorus enriches the overall sound, giving it a majestic and celebratory feel. The piece perfectly balances respect for the original work with a contemporary flair, bringing an energy and complexity to baroque that feels both timeless and fresh.

“Celebrate (Sound the Trumpet!)” is a bold and inspiring choice for the leading single of Longoria’s upcoming classical debut album, due out in Spring 2025. This track hints at what is to come, with other famous trumpet works such as Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto set to be featured alongside European Symphony Orchestras. The blend of operatic vocals and instrumental virtuosity makes this release not just a showcase of technical skill, but a moving experience for classical music lovers and newcomers alike. Longoria’s interpretation of these timeless compositions suggests his classical debut will be as bold and innovative as this lead single.