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David G. Wright    |    Dyane Wright   

David G. Wright

As an instrumentalist, vocalist, bandleader, Master of Ceremonies, producer, and talent manager, David has been providing quality entertainment in the Washington area for over 25 years.

In 2003 David received the Jazz History Appreciation Month Award from the Department of the Interior for his "musical achievements, accomplishments, and dedication..."  Congress created the Jazz History Appreciation Month Award in 1987, and Presidents Clinton and G.W. Bush ordered that awards be given to recognize outstanding contributors to the art of jazz.

He retired as a member of "The President's Own," The United States Marine Band, with more than 20 years of service. During that time, he served 6 presidents.   David performed as solo saxophonist and vocalist with the 8 member White House Dance Band, and as principal bassoonist in the White House Chamber Orchestra and Concert Band.

He earned his Bachelor of Music degree, Magna cum Laude, from Shenandoah Conservatory of Music ('73). Next came acceptance to The Juilliard School of Music and studies with the world-renowned bassoonist, William Polisi. David received his Master of Music degree in Performance from The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC. ('74).

While still attending conservatory he took the summer and toured with Stax Records, accompanying such artists as Isaac Hayes and Luther Ingram. Both artists had number 1 song hits that year (1972). David also appeared in the movie, Watts/Stax '72, and more recently in Rob Reiner's film, A Few Good Men (1992). His longest association with television production was performing with numerous artists during the 12 years of the popular, "In Performance at the White House" (1980-1992), as well as many other PBS Television Specials and Soundtracks.

A partial list of Mr. Wright's Performance & Production Credits include:
(Both as a freelance musician and contractor, and as a member of the Marine Band)

Performed with:
Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett, Mel Torme, Cab Calloway, Nancy Wilson, American Jazz Philharmonic (Arturo Sandoval, Grady Tate, Antonio Hart), Pete Fountain, Al Hirt, Quincy Jones, Bob Hope, Neil Diamond, Marvin Hamlish, Mary Martin, Robert Goulet, Pearl Bailey, The 5th Dimension, Bobby Rydell, Little Anthony & The Imperials, Temptations, Captain & Tenelle, Tony Orlando & Dawn, Clint Holmes, The Judds, Lee Greenwood, Eddie Rabbit, Gary Morris, Jesse Norman, The New York City Ballet, Beverly Sills, Washington Opera (on stage performance, Don Giovanni), , Jim Henson & The Muppets,

As a Producer/Assistant Producer:
Marilyn Horne, James Earl Jones, Cab Calloway, Rita Moreno, Karen Akers, Angela Landsbury, Garrison Keillor, Delta Burke, Lynda Carter, Tramaine Hawkins & Richard Smallwood (Gospel)

ane Jordan Wright

Dyane Wright received her Bachelor of Music Degree in 1974 from Shenandoah Conservatory of Music, with a performance certificate on Bassoon. That year she was included in �Who�s Who In American Colleges and Universities.� She earned credits toward a Master of Music Degree at The Catholic University of America, while studying with Wm. Polisi in New York.

Dyane won the national audition and was accepted into �The President�s Own,� United States Marine Band in 1975. She performed on a regular basis at The White House with the Chamber Orchestra and Woodwind Quintet. Dyane was in charge of the women�s uniform standards and development.

Dyane was the 5th woman admitted into the ranks of The Marine Band. David and Dyane were the first married couple to serve together in the 200-year history of The Marine Band. They comprised two-thirds of the bassoon section for 20 years.

Dyane retired from the Marine Band in 1995 to become active in Wright Music & Productions as the Head of Client Relations, Assistant Producer, and Office Manager.