Trombone Lessons Rutherford County, TN

Instruments: Trombone, Bass Guitar, Euphonium, Tuba

As a teacher I strive to give my students their best guide to success, knowing that every student has their own individual needs and ambitions. I like to start beginning students on Pearson's Standard of Excellence books and then broadening out to other methods after they get a good grasp of the basic elements of their instrument. More advanced players will be taught aspects of music theory and how to become more of a complete musician rather than just being a good player. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Clarinet

I like to spend the first lesson figuring out what the student knows so that I can formulate lesson plans that are relevant and chronological. Once a rapport is established, I introduce material that is both accessible and challenging and help the student work through the music. First we work on playing the right notes and rhythms, then we add musicality and expression. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Guitar, Organ, Synthesizer, Accordion, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Double Bass, Tuba

Music theory, jazz improv, country, rock, folk, classical, jazz Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

I generally use a method book for teaching band or orchestral private students. I also use other resources depending on the needs of the student. I always ask my students what they want to achieve and base my teaching on those goals. ( Of course, I provide guidance in making some of those goals!) For guitar,keyboards, bass and drums, I use method books, but also I teach students how to read "chord charts" or lead sheets. Read More

Instruments: Trombone, Euphonium

I started teaching lessons when I was in my undergrad and really enjoy working one on one with my students and watching their incredible growth and how they fall in love with their sound and music along the way. I encourage students to practice as much as they can without hurting themselves. While taking private lesson is a great step for becoming a better musician only seriously practicing for one hour a week while I teach will not get them to where they want to be. Read More