Kayla Solomon

Session: Tuning Up Your Performance Utilizing Strength Exercises

Dr. Kayla Solomon (she/her) is a trumpet performer and educator based in Los Angeles, California, who finds deep fulfillment in sharing her passion for music and her commitment to sports and performing arts medicine.

In the summer of 2023, Dr. Solomon had the privilege of serving as the lead trumpet performer at Valleyfair, an experience that allowed her to connect with audiences through her love for music. Her journey in the world of music has included some notable highlights, such as her first-place win in the brass division of the 2017 Federation of Canadian Music Festivals competition and her successful participation in the 2019 UCLA All-Star Competition.

Dr. Solomons holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has benefited from the guidance of renowned teachers such as Ronald Romm, Dr. Amy Gilreath, and Tito Carrillo. She also holds a Master of Music degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she studied with Jens Lindemann, and a Bachelor of Music degree from Brandon University, Canada. Her ongoing mentorship with Dr. Carole Dawn Reinhart, Professor Emeritus from the Vienna School of Performing Arts, has played a vital role in her artistic growth.

Beyond her musical pursuits, Dr. Solomon’s interest in sports medicine has led her to focus on overuse embouchure injury prevention for trumpet players. Her research reflects her dedication to the well-being of fellow musicians. In addition to her scholarly pursuits, she is a well-rounded athlete who has been part of various sports teams, including the Brandon University Women’s Volleyball team, the UCLA Club Sports Volleyball team, and the University of Illinois Waterski team. Dr. Solomon’s commitment to the performing arts has also led her to become certified in the Essentials of Performing Arts Medicine by the Performing Arts Medicine Association.