Rate My Professor Rob Frear

Frear's performance resume includes contributions to the soundtracks of over 100 motion pictures and television shows since 1991, working with Oscar-winning composers such as John Williams, Elmer Bernstein, James Horner, Jerry Goldsmith, Elliott Goldenthal, and Thomas Newman. He has garnered critical acclaim internationally, with The Glasgow Herald describing him as 'a trumpeter of unparalleled stamina' and The Saskatoon StarPhoenix noting his 'Jedi-like laser focus.' Frear is a sought-after interpreter of J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, praised by the Ventura County Star for floating 'effortlessly over the concertante.' His collaborations extend to performances with global artists including Peter Gabriel, Garth Brooks, Earth, Wind & Fire, Journey, Chicago, Carrie Underwood, and Blue Man Group. Additionally, Frear serves on the Board of Directors for the CSULB Research Foundation as an Academic Senate Member and Director, appointed by the President with a term expiring June 30, 2026. He directs ensembles such as the University Brass Ensemble, Conservatory Brass Quintet, and BCCM Women's Trumpet Ensemble at CSULB.