Trombone Lessons in Berwyn, PA

Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Trombone Harmonica Ukulele Euphonium Tuba Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience began in college, when I gave private lessons to students either first starting out on low brass instruments, or high school students that were attempting to prepare for auditions within their programs or for college. I recently assisted a student with his college auditions and he gained admittance to West Chester University on Euphonium and also went on to perform with the Reading Buccaneers Drum and Bugle corps. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone

I am graduate of the Berklee College of Music with a degree in Music Business/Management. I have over 31 years of private teaching experience, and I teach all brass instruments, with trumpet being my specialty. My lessons are tailored to each individual, session to session, and employ proven methods that will advance a student’s ability and skill level. I have performed with many national recording and touring artists including Deep Purple, Bobby Vinton, Connie Francis, “1964 The Tribute”, Sting, James Taylor, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Oleta Adams, and Natalie Cole. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone

My approach to teaching varies with every student a come across. I try to get a good grasp of their strengths and weaknesses while also identifying their nature gifts. All musicians have unique abilities and ways of expressing their talents. I am very much open to artistic freedoms and catering to different approaches for each individual student. I strive to facilite resources to allow my students to set realistic goals for themselves. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music

I like to set goals for my students. I generally work out of lessons books, solo repertoire, and whatever else the student brings in. If the students have music from classes in school, I will also assist them with that. I try to keep the lesson light, and enjoyable! I consider myself very personable with students and I am very comfortable teaching a variety of students. Parents are welcome to sit in if they choose. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Drums Euphonium Tuba Keyboard

Erik S.s teaching philosophy centers on building a strong musical foundation first, allowing students to develop confidence, technique, and musical understanding that will support them as they grow. For beginning brass students, Erik starts with the Hal Leonard Essential Elements series. This method helps students learn proper fundamentals such as tone production, reading music, rhythm, and ensemble awareness. As students progress to an intermediate level, they transition into additional method books that continue to strengthen technique and musical development. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

My methods of teaching will be based on the level of the student indefinitely. If the student is brand new to the craft; then we would basically start off with making a sound out of the instrument. This is the quintessential aspect of playing that when placed with the right habits; can lead to greater success. It is so crucial to the process. I would then assign a beginner's book. Read More