Trombone Lessons Saint Johns County, FL

Instruments: Piano, Trombone, Drums, Synthesizer, Euphonium, Keyboard

I've found the best way to teach is to cater to each student's interest. While early or beginning players may require some fundamental grunt work, there is always a way to assure that it's fun too. Earlier students would need to start learning the basics: rhythm, learning to read, developing technique through scales etc. of which there are many methods. As students mature, I feel the Suzuki method for aspiring classical students is the best route (there are multiple books in this series) along with some other extensive and more challenging works. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Synthesizer, Keyboard

I have performed and studied in multiple cities and institutions in Florida and Boston, and am currently enrolled in multiple performing ensembles at my university in classical and jazz music. I began my musical journey at 5 years of age with the piano, and since then I have picked up a few brass instruments and classical/jazz singing. It with great desire that I seek to share my knowledge with others as I continue to grow and learn new things about myself and my field. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

I have performed with artists like Ricardo Lemvo and Makina Loca, Chris Calloway, Bobby Caldwell, Teddy Edwards, the Los Angeles Southeast Symphony, Johnny Polanco y Conjunto Amistad, Tito Puente, Johnny Pacheco, Tito Nieves, Los Angeles Opera among others. I have had a passion for sharing my knowledge and new information about trumpet playing all of my life. I have studied with some of the most renowned trumpet teachers of my generation including Mario Guarneri, Roy Poper, Uan Rasey, and William Fielder, my mentor for over 20 years. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trombone, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I start every single one of my lessons the same way, by talking to my student. I ask them questions to gauge where they are at musically both with their performance and theoretical skills. I also generally spend the first few lessons trying out different teaching techniques to see which ones will be the most effective for that specific student. I use a combination of aural, visual, kinesthetic and interactive memorization techniques. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

For beginning trombone students, I typically work with the Rubank Elementary Method (old, but it works well), the Emory Remington Warm-Up Studies, and various material that I compose to help a student overcome their weaknesses. Scales make up a major part of any student's learning, and once a student masters the basics of the trombone, I move on to appropriate solo repertoire based on the student's progress and interests. Read More