David Brundage retired in 2014 as the esteemed Principal Bassoonist of The United States Army Band, “Pershing’s Own,” capping off a remarkable 34-year career where he was featured as a soloist on numerous occasions.
While attending Boston University, he had the privilege of studying with legendary Boston Symphony bassoonists Sherman Walt and Richard Plaster.
David is currently the principal bassoonist and a recording artist with the Washington Winds. He has also performed frequently with prominent ensembles in the Washington, D.C. area, including the National Philharmonic, the Alexandria and Fairfax Symphony Orchestras, and the Pan American Symphony Orchestra.
Beyond his performance career, David is a master reed maker with over fifty years of expertise. His reeds have been sought after by top-tier bassoonists performing in prestigious settings such as major symphony orchestras, Hollywood film studios, and Broadway pit orchestras.
His artistry, both in performance and reed making, continues to leave a lasting impact on the bassoon world.
