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Biography
Charles E. Lirette graduated from Oberlin College Conservatory of Music having studied
with Gene Young. He also studied with Don Tison of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
and Bernard Adelstein of the Cleveland Orchestra. He has been a member of the Buffalo
Philharmonic and was principal trumpet for the Jerusalem Symphony. Mr. Lirette joined
the Pittsburgh Symphony as co-principal trumpet in 1981 and has appeared as soloist
with the Pittsburgh Symphony both in subscription concerts and on the Pittsburgh Pops
Series. He has performed with the Symphony's Chamber Music at Heinz Hall Series and
at Hartwood Acres. He is on the faculty of Duquesne University and also teaches privately.
Education
B.M., Oberlin Conservatory
Professional Affiliations
Member, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra