Let David play for your event or in your musical group--be it a trio, band or orchestra! All styles of music and venues will be accommodated by him! From wedding bands to 16-piece dance bands; night clubs, casinos and cruise ships for jazz trios, big band and show tune sounds or bands with guitars for rock, rhythm and blues or new country; to both traditional and classical music played in concert halls, religious settings or outdoors in the park--you name it, David is a consummate musician and a great trumpet player to fill your needs!

David has been a professional musician since he was 16 years-old, beginning with the Dallas Cowboys' band. David was a trumpet instrumentalist for 20 years in the prestigious U.S. Navy Band. He also has played trumpet professionally for several years at multiple venues, including with musical groups performing regularly in casinos, cruise ships, night clubs, and accompanying famous acts such as:
  • The Four Tops
  • Temptations
  • O'Jays
  • Little Anthony & The Imperials
  • The Grass Roots
  • Mary Wilson of The Supremes
  • Bobby Vinton
  • Bob Newhart
  • Regis Philbin
  • Tom Jones
  • Wayne Newton
  • Didith Reyes



Please click below to sample some of David's recordings...


        Click to play "Let The Sun Shine In"
Click to play "Concert Moods"
Click to play "Blue Prelude"

NEWS (see News About David for details)

In 2012, the Marriott Hotel has recently begun marketing for its conventions the services of David Chapman as a dj and karaoke judge where he also plays trumpet in the karaoke portion as well as sings.

March, 2012: As a dj and karaoke host, David Chapman has been booked for a Houston wedding in May of 2012 and also for two jobs at a local night club.

In 2009 through 2012, David Chapman has been working at clubs as a dj and karaoke judge in local night clubs in Houston, TX. He also performs on his trumpet and sings in these venues.

In 2009 through 2011, David Chapman has been performing on his trumpet in large church musical group performances in Houston, TX.

Beginning June, 2009: Please join the fun crowd and enjoy watching David perform as a trumpet instrumentalist 'live' at:
Open mic at The Hideaway in Houston on Tuesday nights and "Open Mic Monday Nights" at Caps Piano Bar in Houston.

May 30, 2009 report: On May 29, 2009, David played a soulful performance on his trumpet that was very well received and pretty much brought the house down! He thanks those of you who showed up to listen to him. He'll be appearing soon at another gig, if you missed this one!

On Friday night, May 29, 2009, come out and enjoy an evening of club socializing and watching David Chapman perform as a trumpet instrumentalist 'live'! David is playing trumpet with a popular Houston progressive hard rock band, Lotus Effect. Lotus Effect band website and review.

In January, 2009, David has just relocated for a new job as an Audio Visual Equipment Manager for the Marriott Hotel in Houston, TX. He is looking forward to moonlighting as a professional trumpet instrumentalist.

David will soon be showcasing his talents at some of the "Open Mic/ Jam Session Genre" events featured in the Houston Press. David loves jamming with others and playing solos in these impromptu performances!

In December, 2008, David played trumpet professionally with a guitar band at a Dallas night club.