Seth A
5.0
(4)
Instruments: Trombone, Euphonium
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Blues, Marching Band
5.0
(4)
Seth A
5.0
(4)
Instruments: Trombone, Euphonium
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Blues, Marching Band
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
Ages Taught: 6-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
Naval School of Music-Basic Musician Course 2016
Awards:
Performed with the Quantico Marine Band at the Hamina International Tattoo in Hamina, Finland
Overview:
I am originally from Memphis, TN, but I grew up in the small college town of Auburn, AL. I now reside in Northern Virginia and am a Trombone Instrumentalist in the Quantico Marine Corps Band. In the band, I perform regularly in military ceremonies, as well as concert bands, brass bands, and brass quintets. Before joining the Marine Corps, I studied with Dr. Matthew Wood of Auburn University. After my completion of Marine Corps Recruit Training and Marine Combat Training, I attended the Marine Detachment Naval School of Music. Here I studied with Mr. Ken Ebo. I graduated from the Naval School of Music in April 2017.
EXPERIENCE
I am a versatile trombonist who has experience in many musical ensembles. These include orchestral, concert band, brass quintet, jazz band, jazz combo, brass band, and Marine Corps Band settings. I also have a studio where I teach trombone, euphonium, and tuba players. I regularly perform in the Northern Virginia and Maryland area at church services, with orchestras, and with big bands. I have on several occasions performed with the Rappahannock Pops Orchestra as well as the Fredericksburg Big Band.
METHODS USED
For beginner students use the Hal Leonard Essential Elements 2000 method books. These books offer a very detailed and easy fundamental based method to start beginners off on the right foot. These books also utilize simple and recognizable melodies to aid in the student’s learning. For adults, I like to use the Rubank Methods, starting with the Rubank Elementary Method. These books provide a very strong focus in fundamentals for those who are slightly more advanced. In addition to these methods, I like to work on whatever the student needs/ would like to work on!
LESSON STYLE
In my teaching, I like to have a strong focus in fundamentals while still fostering an enjoyable and entertaining lesson atmosphere. A solid basis is fundamentals will go strides in the student’s confidence. A well balanced medium between fundamentals and fun and creative learning is where I like to focus my teaching philosophy. I use this balance as a guideline to help my students find joy and happiness in learning their instrument as well as music in general. My ultimate goal is to foster an appreciation and love for music.
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He is so patient and encouraging with my 8 year old daughter. He takes the time to answer her questions. He also is creative in making the lessons fun for her. I like how he ends the lesson with a following the leader exercise.
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