Trumpet Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

As I mentioned above, one of my favorite parts about teaching is learning from my students. I encourage my students to take chances, perform often, and to not be afraid of making mistakes. All experiences help you learn, no matter what level you are. I encourage students to make the music personal to them and relate to it in a way that suits their personality. This involves my, as a teacher, getting to know my students and learning about their life outside of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Organ, Accordion, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

I think it is important for lessons to not only be instructional, but also engaging and fun. Being a great teacher is about learning from the student just as much as the student learning from you. It is impossible to be a great teacher without learning the student's interests, strengths, previous knowledge and background, and their goals in music. I like to introduce all types of music, because students may not know what they like or might be missing out on something they haven't tried before. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Hello! My name is PJ. I was born and raised in Central Florida, and I’ve spent the last 3 years in Central Iowa with my partner Libby, and our lovely and talented 4 year old daughter, Janie Rose. I have been a professional musician for almost 20 years, four of which I spent playing trumpet, guitar, bass, and singing in the US Marine Corp Band. For the last decade, I have made my living as a multi-instrumentalist and singer, entertaining thousands on stages across the country and around the world. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

The primary goal for me (on top of the students' or parents' goals) is to encourage fun, as well as proficiency that makes the instrument and music approachable as a whole. I also encourage routine, as 5 minutes a day is better than 1 hour right before our lesson! Helping the student improve and relish in their success makes learning an instrument easier and more joyful. I am always looking for more challenges and students with unique tastes in music! Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

My first real lesson experience was teaching my youngest brother and sister on their instruments. I was always gentle and patient and liked hearing about what they were thinking about as they were playing. After that, a friend posted something on his Instagram story saying a family friend couldnt attend the band camps that their school district put out, as they were going on vacation those weeks. I let him know I could do lessons, and we set them up for the next 7 weeks. Read More