Martin Hackleman
Martin Hackleman began his horn studies at the age of 16 with Caesar LaMonaca in Houston, Texas, and went on to study at the University of Houston. In 1972, Hackleman was named principal horn of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and in 1974 he won the same position with the Vancouver Symphony. Hackleman left Vancouver in 1983 to join the world-renowned Canadian Brass. His three years with the group saw many outstanding achievements, among them: seven recordings for CBS Masterworks; extensive tours of the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Far East; a JUNO award for Best Classical Record; the group’s Hollywood Bowl premiere; and the release of their first video. Hackleman then accepted an invitation to join the Empire Brass Quintet, whose moderate concert schedule allowed him time to pursue a solo career as well as specialty interests such as the Vienna and natural horns. He was a member of the Empire Brass for three years. Martin Hackleman returned to Vancouver in November, 1989, to resume his previous position of principal horn in the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and adjunct professor of horn at the University of British Columbia. For the 1999-2000 seasons, Mr. Hackleman played principal horn in the Montreal Symphony, and also taught at McGill University. In September of 2000, Mr. Hackleman assumed the position of principal horn in the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C.
