jazz and classical trumpeter
Ron Di Lauro is one of Quebec's most celebrated trumpet players, with over 45 years of experience spanning jazz, classical, popular, and world music. A recipient of the prestigious Oscar Peterson Prize from the Montreal International Jazz Festival, he has shared the stage with legends such as Dizzy Gillespie, Freddie Hubbard, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra Jr., Aretha Franklin, and Céline Dion, among many others. He has also appeared as guest soloist with major orchestras including the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal and has contributed to over 350 recordings as soloist, producer, and conductor.
In March 2019, Ron Di Lauro was awarded the "Prix Hommage" (Tribute Award) from the JazzFest des jeunes du Québec "for an exceptional musical contribution to the cultural scene and for 20 years of involvement and dedication."
In August 2021, the FestiJazz de Mont-Tremblant awarded him the "Prix Hommage" for his remarkable contribution to the development of jazz in Canada.