Phil Hanson

The French Wedding Trumpeter

I’m Phil Hanson — The French Wedding Trumpeter.

I don’t just play songs; I create moments!

Forget copy-paste playlists and tired covers — my music is improvised, alive, and impossible to repeat. Think Chet Baker meets Café Mambo at sunset — elegant live trumpet blended with smooth, atmospheric beats.

This isn’t background noise. It’s a living soundtrack, shaped by the energy of the room, the people, the occasion. One-of-a-kind performances for those who want music that feels real, not routine.

If you’re looking for safe and predictable, there are plenty of options. If you’re looking for music that’s original, elegant & unforgettable — I’m your man!

Phil Hanson, aka The French Wedding Trumpeter, based in the Bordeaux, Cognac, Périgueux, Bergerac, Saint-Émilion area

Phil Hanson

Phil Hanson is a seasoned musician with over four decades of performance experience, having played in concert halls across Europe, North America, and Canada. As both a solo artist and sought-after session musician, his trumpet work has appeared on numerous recordings spanning genres and moods.

While equally at home delivering classical fanfares or sliding into a blues groove, Phil’s true artistry lives in the space of free improvisation. His signature style blends expressive jazz phrasing with ambient textures and contemporary rhythms, creating immersive, unrepeatable sonic experiences. Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the moment, Phil plays not from a setlist—but from presence. Every note is a conversation. Every performance, a journey.

What do I offer…

Improvised Jazz Experiences
Spontaneous, unscripted, and alive. No setlists, no repeats — just music created in the moment, shaped by the room and the people in it. Every performance is a one-off you’ll never hear the same way twice.

Ceremonial Soundscapes
Live trumpet for processions, entrances, and turning points. Each note is improvised to the moment — intentional, emotional, and perfectly tuned to the energy of your ceremony.

Ambient Jazz–House Fusion
Layered loops, mellow grooves, and expressive trumpet lines. Ideal for cocktail hours, sunset sessions, and parties that deserve more than just background music. Elegant, atmospheric, and unforgettable.