Chuck began playing the trumpet in 1970 after a neighbor, who was cleaning his attic, found a trumpet and said, “Here…try this.” Since that time, the trumpet has played a major part in Chuck’s life. He was active through high school and college, where he earned many awards and honors for his talents. He played in Jazz & Concert bands, Orchestras, Show Choirs, Pit Orchestras for theater productions, and a variety of Brass groups. During college, Chuck was able to tour the Midwest and was the featured soloist of many events, including half-time shows for the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings. While on a concert tour in Great Britain, Chuck was the featured soloist at Royal Albert Hall in London.

After college, Chuck remained active with music. He owned and ran a 15-piece Big Band featuring swing music and he continued to play in a variety of other groups as well as teach trumpet at the Waukesha Conservatory of Music.

Even though it would be easy to fill his schedule and play 7 nights a week, Chuck has limited his involvement in groups to his favorites; “Sterling & Brass”, and a close second, “In The Mood” – an 18 piece dance orchestra.

Chuck is an Investment Representative and Certified Financial Planner with Edward Jones in Hartland where he takes care of his client’s investments and financial needs. Chuck is a native of the Lake Country area and currently lives in Hartland, WI with his wife Donna and their son Oliver.