Steven Bernstein was born on October 8, 1961, in Berkeley, California. He is a renowned jazz trumpeter based in New York City. Most known for playing the slide trumpet, Bernstein has released four solo albums, and has performed with notable artists such as Lou Reed, Aretha Franklin, Linda Ronstadt, Sting, Courtney Love, and Levon Helm. He has arranged music for artists such as Elton John and Rufus Wainright. He has also served as musical director for the Kansas City Band.
#1: Still frame from interview with Steven Bernstein; Little Rock, Arkansas, 2005
© Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History, University of Arkansas
#2: Still frame from Levon Helm Band concert; Little Rock, Arkansas, 2005
© Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History, University of Arkansas
#3: Still frame from Levon Helm Band concert; Little Rock, Arkansas, 2005
© Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History, University of Arkansas
