Henry Carpender – Trombonist, Composer, Educator

Professional Experience

  • A freelance career in pop and rock music that began at only age 15.
  • Holds a B.M in Classical Trombone from the Eastman School of Music and an M.M in Jazz Studies from DePaul University.
  • Has appeared on stage with Dag Juhlin, Kelly Hogan, Cathy Richardson, the Canadian Brass, Robbie Fulks, and NRBQ.

A Unique Voice

  • A composer whose influences come from all corners of the music world.
  • A bandleader whose had the pleasure of premiering works of his own at some of Chicagoland’s most notable venues.
  • A writer and arranger for all kinds of ensembles, from duets to a full sized big band.

Upcoming Performances!

Residencies:

Henry Carpender Ensemble at Fitzgerald’s Sidebar: 1st Wednesday of every month
Expo ’76 & The Total Pro Horns at Simon’s Tavern: 2nd Wednesday of every month
Joey Acopiado Band at The Irish Mill in Mundelein: 2nd Saturday of every month

  • Ian Leith at Tighthead Brewing Company – July 24th
    • 7pm, 21+, free
  • Karl Kirkpatrick at Fitzgerald’s Sidebar – July 25th
    • 8:30pm, all ages, free
  • Expo ’76 and the Total Pro Horns at Beverly Shores, Indiana – July 26th
    • 7pm EST, all ages, outdoor, free
  • Mar Caribe at Simon’s Tavern – July 27th
    • 8:30pm, 21+, no cover
  • “But Its Source” Album Release Show w/ HCQ at Fitzgerald’s Sidebar – August 1st!!!
    • Come celebrate the release of “But Its Source” by Henry Carpender! 8:30pm, 21+, reserve free tickets HERE
  • Karl Kirkpatrick at Cary’s Lounge – August 2nd
    • 8:30pm, 21+, free
  • Karl Kirkpatrick AND Joey Acopiado Band at The Underground Lounge – August 8th
    • 9pm, 21+, $10 cover
  • Expo ’76 and the Total Pro Horns at Toadstool Pub, Highwood, IL – August 9th
    • 7pm, all ages, free
  • Henry Carpender Quintet at Simon’s Tavern – August 10th
    • 8:30pm, 21+, free
  • Expo ’76 and the Total Pro Horns at Simon’s Tavern – August 13th
    • 8:30pm, 21+, free
  • Karl Kirkpatrick at 56 Music Fix – August 15th
    • 5pm, all ages, free ***performing at Cap’s Ice Cream***
  • Henry Carpender Quartet at Cary’s Lounge – August 29th
    • 8:30pm, 21+, free
  • Karl Kirkpatrick at Tighthead Brewing Company – August 30th
    • 7pm, 21+, $10 cover
  • Henry Carpender Quintet at Fitzgerald’s Sidebar – September 3rd
    • 8:30pm, 21+, reserve free tickets HERE