Trumpet Lessons Alabama

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium

I was a navy musician for 14 years and was with the navy band northeast in Newport, Rhode Island then with the US Naval Forces Europe Band.  Had a chance to perform in 28 countries between Europe and Africa including Russia, Italy, France, Greece, Nigeria and Gabon.  After four years of living in Italy, the navy moved me to Navy Band Great Lakes in Illinois.  Been a featured euphonium or trombone soloist in all three bands.  Currently I am working on a doctoral degree at the Hartt School of Music in West Hartford, CT. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the trumpet and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. If a student isn't having fun in their lessons, then I'm not doing my job! My students are encouraged to enter competitions and recitals, as well as work on composing their own original material, so they can feel good about their accomplishments and stay motivated to learn. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Drums, Music, Keyboard

My approach to teaching is something that I take very serious. I believe in being the best not being number #1. I love music and want to work with musicians who want to get better and take their music endeavors to the next level. One of my teachers at Jackson State University told us that as a musician you are supposed to get better as the years go by and as you get older you become even stronger if it’s vocals or instrumentals. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, French Horn

I also like to assign them exercises from the book titled "A Dozen a Day." This helps with muscle memory as well as get them more comfortable with the instrument. I also have adult books, which are more suitable for the older student, but I am also open for teaching in an area that the student is desiring to learn, and so I can find things to teach that accomidates that. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

My lessons focus on five core areas: 1. Fundamentals First Strong fundamentals create strong musicians. We work on breathing, posture, tone production, articulation, flexibility, and range development to build a solid foundation that supports everything else. 2. Practical Musicianship Students learn how to apply what they practice. This includes sight-reading, ear training, rhythm studies, ensemble playing, and musical interpretation. 3. Performance Confidence Many students know how to play but struggle to perform. I help students overcome performance anxiety and develop the confidence needed for auditions, concerts, honor bands, jazz bands, and solo performances. 4. Read More