Brian J
5.0
(30)
Instruments: Trombone
Styles: Classical, Rock, Musical Theater, Opera, Showtunes, Swing, Marching Band, Avant-garde
Brian J
5.0
(30)
Instruments: Trombone
Styles:
Classical, Rock, Musical Theater, Opera, Showtunes, Swing, Marching Band, Avant-garde
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 8-69
I'm a dedicated music performer and teacher who enjoys helping fellow music students. I'm currently the 2nd trombonist with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, and regular member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. I've performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Elgin Symphony, Canton Symphony, Quad City Symphony, Rockford Symphony, West Michigan Symphony, and Illinois Symphony Orchestra. My teaching positions have included Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, ChiArts, Oak Park School of Music, Minooka Music Studio, and Logos School of music.
I began teaching in my undergraduate at the Hartt School where I took two years of teaching pedagogy. From here, I was able to begin my own small teaching studio before I moved to Chicago. Since in Chicago, i've become the teacher at some very high level schools around town, and in total have about 40 students! Some of my current students have won 1st place in their school solo competition, and have been accepted into Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my students succeed.
My method depends on the student. Some need book work, some need to just be one with their instrument, and some need to listen and just admire some of the great players. I have a large amount of books I highly recommend of different techniques and musical challenges that I will often use, but I will also put the books away and work on the instrument itself. Every so often, I find it helpful to put the instrument away completely and to just listen to whatever great recording is out there, for listening is the best teacher.
Each student is different, and I do not have one way that works for each student. Some students need to play more, and some need to listen and answer questions more, just depends on their personality. I find what works best is getting to know the student on a personal level, seeing how they react from criticism and go from there. Some student want me to be tougher, and some need to go slowly, and that's fine! Understanding the individual needs of your pupils will without a doubt, help them succeed!
Hieldohudu Hutu
Brian has been extremely good to my son while he was teaching him in the Chicago area. We will miss him greatly, and are so thankful that he was able to teach him so well.
Roxanne
Highly recommend Brian as a trombone teacher! He taught my daughter for 3 years in Chicago
Georgio Ributo
Brian showed my son nothing more than an entertaining way to improve at his instrument, he was disappointed that Brian had to move to Indiana, but showed him plenty of tricks in the musical field. I HIGHLY recommend Brian.
SAMUEL A. HAUSMAN
Brian is an extremely talented player and an even better teacher! His passion for the trombone is unparalleled.
Paul Barton
Brian is a consummate professional and makes everyone around him better.
Brian Corune
GREAT PLAYER!!!
Dan Muncaciu
Brian is an awesome player an a knowledgeable teacher! All the students that i sent his way became great players! Thank you Brian!
Bradley
Brian is an outstanding performer and an amazing teacher. His ability to diagnose minute details in ones playing is sure to get any student playing at their best. He’s a great colleague and phenomenal instructor.
Tricia MacDonald
Brian is one of the best teachers my son has had. He was able to bring his playing to whole new level. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a private instructor.
Sabrina Dicuccio
Brian taught my son while he was living in Connecticut. He showed him a way to improve, while keeping him excited for each lesson. He is someone that I recommend very much, and i'm sure he will continue to pave the way for great young players!!!!!!
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