Mark David has enjoyed a distinguished career as both a performer and pedagogue, working with some of the most prestigious ensembles and institutions worldwide. He has been described as “epitomising the very best of British trumpet playing: clarity of tone, elegance of style, and sustained power when required.”

He is currently Principal Trumpet of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, with whom he has appeared as a soloist across the UK, Europe, the USA, and Asia. Prior to joining the Academy, Mark held the position of Principal Trumpet with the Philharmonia Orchestra for over 20 years.

During his tenure, he performed Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 under the direction of András Schiff, Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto with Vladimir Ashkenazy, and Copland’s Quiet City at Buckingham Palace. His orchestral discography is extensive.

Alongside his performing career, Mark served as Artistic Director and Head of Brass at the Royal Academy of Music in London from 2011 to 2026. Under his leadership, the brass department gained international recognition as one of the finest in the world. His former students include leading international soloists, distinguished chamber musicians, and orchestral principals across the globe. He now holds the John Wilbraham Chair as Visiting Professor at the Academy.

Mark is also in demand internationally as a clinician and educator, with recent masterclasses in the USA, Australia, China, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Italy, and France.

In January 2022, he was conferred the title of Professor of the University of London.

Mark David is a Yamaha Performing Artist.