Trumpet Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

I generally tend to start with Sound Innovations, co-written by Peter Booneshaft. The reason for this is at All-State my junior year, Dr. Peter Booneshaft was the guest director. I was able to ask him many questions about how a beginning student should be taught, and what fundamentals would be especially important to them. However, if the student already has a lesson book or a book they would like to work out of, I am more than glad to work with them on it! Read More

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

I began giving lessons in my undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa to beginner to intermediate horn, trumpet, and piano students. Encouraging the musical growth of young students was something I not only enjoy doing, but loved watching the results of. Helping develop a student's passion for something that you are also passionate about is my favorite part of teaching. I think it is important to combine classical, modern, and jazz.improv techniques in all my students. Read More

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, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is success-driven and is largely about giving creative opportunities. Celebrating my students' first time playing a song or learning their first chord is always exciting, as I understand the sometimes intimidating learning curve that music presents. I set weekly, realistic goals for my students and always make sure they have something to listen to. For my piano students, I always make sure that they have pianists to listen to all week so that they can be inspired and have an understanding of the history of the instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Tuba, Music, Keyboard

I love teaching music! It truly is a passion and way of life. My teaching style is hands-on and FUN! I work well with students of all ages and skill levels. I have taught in public schools, as well as, in private studios for more than a decade. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2009 with a BA in Music Education. I am a licensed music teacher in the state of Iowa. Read More