breaking chains. building legacy.


i help people and organizations move from pain to progress - through artistic perspective and lived resilience.

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hi, i'm thaddeus ford

i’m a 6th-generation jazz musician, speaker, and coach — shaped by heartbreak, healed by faith, and driven by purpose. from national stages like the apollo theater and the grand ole opry to near-death in a hospital bed, i’ve learned one thing for sure:


transformation is possible — and art can lead the way.


i help individuals, creatives, and organizations break cycles, reframe pain, and rediscover purpose using a blend of storytelling, music, and lived experience. this isn’t theory — it’s testimony.


if you’re ready to grow with depth, faith, and soul…

i’m here for it.

what i offer

what i offer

what i offer

music & performance
soulful trumpet-led experiences that move hearts and open minds.
coaching & mentoring
creative breakthroughs and life shifts for artists, professionals, and purpose-driven souls.
speaking & workshops
dynamic talks and interactive sessions designed to inspire transformation, resilience, and creative growth - rooted in lived experience and faith.

music & performance
soulful trumpet-led experiences that move hearts and open minds.


coaching & mentoring
creative breakthroughs and life shifts for artists, professionals, and purpose-driven souls.


speaking & workshops
dynamic talks and interactive sessions designed to inspire transformation, resilience, and creative growth - rooted in lived experience and faith.

ready for breakthrough?

let's work together to get you unstuck -
you don't have to do it alone.

book a session

complete intake form (1–2 min)

1:1 coaching call

1:1 coaching call

1:1 coaching call

for anyone navigating transition, regret, uncertainty, or longing.

these 60-minute zoom sessions are sacred space: part strategy, part soul work.

whether you’re recovering from heartbreak, craving creative renewal, wrestling with identity, or simply tired of carrying it alone — you don’t have to stay stuck.

this is where clarity, healing, and purpose begin.

for anyone navigating transition, regret, uncertainty, or longing.

these 60-minute zoom sessions are sacred space: part strategy, part soul work.

whether you’re recovering from heartbreak, craving creative renewal, wrestling with identity, or simply tired of carrying it alone — you don’t have to stay stuck.

this is where clarity, healing, and purpose begin.

ready to rise?

this isn't just another program -
it's a 7-week guided breakthrough.
if you're craving clarity, healing, and a new direction…
this is for you.

join the challenge

7-week challenge: tragedy to triumph

7-week challenge: tragedy to triumph

7-week challenge: tragedy to triumph

a transformative group coaching journey designed to help you confront the wounds that still shape your life.

through weekly sessions, you’ll break cycles, reclaim your voice, release shame, and step boldly into your purpose.

this is for anyone ready to stop surviving — and start living with clarity, conviction, and faith.

a transformative group coaching journey designed to help you confront the wounds that still shape your life.

through weekly sessions, you’ll break cycles, reclaim your voice, release shame, and step boldly into your purpose.

this is for anyone ready to stop surviving — and start living with clarity, conviction, and faith.

ready to inspire?

book me for your next event, workshop, or experience  

and let’s spark transformation through truth, creativity, and faith.

book thaddeus to speak

speaking & workshops

speaking & workshops

speaking & workshops

from keynotes to trumpet-infused talks, my sessions are designed to awaken clarity, courage, and purpose. whether you’re hosting a conference, retreat, creative summit, or faith-based event, i speak from the intersection of pain and breakthrough — helping people break cycles, reclaim their voice, and rise.


rooted in lived experience and grounded in faith, i deliver messages that are honest, challenging, and full of hope. when the moment calls for it, i don’t just speak — i play, blending words and live trumpet to move hearts and make the message unforgettable

from keynotes to trumpet-infused talks, my sessions are designed to awaken clarity, courage, and purpose. whether you’re hosting a conference, retreat, creative summit, or faith-based event, i speak from the intersection of pain and breakthrough — helping people break cycles, reclaim their voice, and rise.


rooted in lived experience and grounded in faith, i deliver messages that are honest, challenging, and full of hope. when the moment calls for it, i don’t just speak — i play, blending words and live trumpet to move hearts and make the message unforgettable

ready to elevate your event or production?

from intimate performances to large-scale productions, I bring soul, spirit, and precision to every stage. let's create an unforgettable moment where message and music meet.

book a performance

live music & performance

live music & performance

live music & performance

whether it’s a soulful trumpet feature, custom score, or full-band show, i bring storytelling, soul, and showmanship to every stage. with a six-generation jazz legacy and experience on national platforms like the grand ole opry and apollo theater, my performances blend musical depth with emotional impact.


available for concerts, private events, corporate functions, brand collaborations, and faith-based gatherings — this is music that connects, uplifts, and leaves a mark. in some settings, i don’t just play — i speak. trumpet and testimony, woven together, to stir something deeper in the room.

whether it’s a soulful trumpet feature, custom score, or full-band show, i bring storytelling, soul, and showmanship to every stage. with a six-generation jazz legacy and experience on national platforms like the grand ole opry and apollo theater, my performances blend musical depth with emotional impact.


available for concerts, private events, corporate functions, brand collaborations, and faith-based gatherings — this is music that connects, uplifts, and leaves a mark. in some settings, i don’t just play — i speak. trumpet and testimony, woven together, to stir something deeper in the room.

ready to break through the noise?

this isn't about getting better at your craft -
it's about getting clear on who you are.
unlock your creativity with purpose, clarity, and direction.

book identity coaching

artistic identity coaching

artistic identity coaching

artistic identity coaching

for serious creatives seeking their true voice.

this isn’t technique training — it’s deep, purpose-driven work designed to help you break free from comparison, uncover your unique artistic fingerprint, and express your truth with courage and conviction.

for musicians, dancers, writers, visual artists, and creators of all disciplines — this is where craft meets calling.

for serious creatives seeking their true voice.

this isn’t technique training — it’s deep, purpose-driven work designed to help you break free from comparison, uncover your unique artistic fingerprint, and express your truth with courage and conviction.

for musicians, dancers, writers, visual artists, and creators of all disciplines — this is where craft meets calling.

ready to grow on the horn?

private trumpet lessons for all levels -
focused on tone, individuality, and musical expression.
available virtually or in person.

book trumpet lessons

music education

music education

music education

whether you're just starting out or refining advanced skills, these trumpet lessons go beyond the basics. we'll focus on tone, improvisation, individuality, and emotional expression -
not just technique.
rooted in tradition but open to exploration, this is for players who want to find their sound and develop
a deeper connection to the instrument.
available virtually or in person.
all levels welcome.

whether you're just starting out or refining advanced skills, these trumpet lessons go beyond the basics. we'll focus on tone, improvisation, individuality, and emotional expression -
not just technique.
rooted in tradition but open to exploration, this is for players who want to find their sound and develop
a deeper connection to the instrument.
available virtually or in person.
all levels welcome.

ready to be moved?

explore music and writing and the "break the chain" podcast that turn tragedy to triumph.

pre-order the book

support directly on bandcamp


listen on youtube


written & digital products

written & digital products

written & digital products

resources to support your journey of growth, healing, and purpose.

includes my book, “Tragedy to Triumph,” (coming soon) a faith-rooted guide for overcoming adversity, plus recorded music that channels my story into sound.


the book offers a practical, soul-centered framework for personal breakthrough.  

the music is available as singles, EPs and albums — each one a chapter of resilience and renewal.

resources to support your journey of growth, healing, and purpose.

includes my book, “Tragedy to Triumph,” (coming soon) a faith-rooted guide for overcoming adversity, plus recorded music that channels my story into sound.


the book offers a practical, soul-centered framework for personal breakthrough.  

the music is available as singles, EPs and albums — each one a chapter of resilience and renewal.