Jeff H  
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Music
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Blues, Musical Theater, Latin, Funk, Latin Jazz, Swing, Bossa Nova, Marching Band

My teaching experience dates back to high school where I taught trombone, baritone and trumpet lessons to middle school students that were struggling in the large group environment of the classroom. Encouraging consistent practice on a regular schedule is the most important thing I tell beginners. I've also discovered that a combination of music from pop, jazz, classical and funk goes a long way in getting students excited about music. I also encourage my students to take auditions for honor ensembles and local competitions to show the community their hard work. I look forward to working with you and sharing my love for music with you!

My methods differ from student to student regardless of skill level; however, I typically begin with a skills assessment of sight-reading and a 12 measure etude. For complete beginners, I show them some performances that will hopefully get them excited to learn "how to do that" and then get started with embouchure. I believe a good, strong embouchure that suits the student's facial structure is the most important part of playing a brass instrument. Once students progress we start diving into the standard solo repertoire of the selected instrument allowing the student pick between three pieces. Trying to find out what style of music the student is interested in is very important to me since I struggled to find my niche musically from a young age.