He was a student of Harry Kvebæk, William Overton and Adolph Herseth. In 1985 he premiered Olav Anton Thommessen's trumpet concerto The Second Creation.
As a young musician, he studied under the guidance of Harry Kvebæk, William Overton, and Adolph Herseth. In 1985, he showcased his talents with Olav Anton Thommessen's trumpet concerto, The Second Creation.