Trombone Lessons in New Brunswick, NJ

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone

I am a professional trumpet player in the New York area. I am a versatile and adaptable player equally comfortable playing small group jazz, lead trumpet, salsa, funk, classical and theater. I am originally from Vancouver Island, Canada and have also lived in Toronto. I moved to New York in 2012 to attend the Juilliard School. I enjoy having a lot of diversity in my schedule, and I am often juggling many different projects. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

Fundamentals are the key to mechanical mastery of the instrument. Along with the fundamental techniques, I will also involve musical elements such as solo rep, etudes, and songbooks to further the artistic expression of the individual. These two together will provide an exceptionally proficient musician, ready to take on the world! Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Drums Euphonium Tuba Keyboard

For piano students, Erik teaches from the Hal Leonard Piano Lesson Books, which provide a structured and well-balanced approach to learning piano. These books help students develop reading skills, coordination, technique, and musical understanding while building a strong foundation that supports long-term progress. For drum set students, Erik typically begins with the Hal Leonard Drumset Method Book, which introduces students to core drum set skills such as groove development, coordination, timing, and reading rhythms. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trombone Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Accordion Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Double Bass

During its original New York run, he conducted LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. He has appeared in several Broadway and off-Broadway shows as an actor/musician. These include PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES and SONG OF SINGAPORE. During the Toyota Comedy Festival, he was musical director and a contributing writer for FIRESIGN THEATRE. He has performed, produced, or written music and lyrics for numerous corporate clients, such as Bayer, Nike, Verizon, Kraft, CNN, Chase Manhattan, Scholastic, Hallmark, and many others. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium Music

That being said, as much as I try to push students to break new grounds each and every day, I have realized over the course of many years and many teachers that some lessons are better taught when a student is left to play with no interference. Some days are harder than others and it can be incredibly helpful to play a piece, song, or étude to open ears and be left to play with one's own imagination in a creative space. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I have taught both middle school and high school band where I have worked with students on a variety of instruments at many different levels. I've found that students always are capable of more than they believe. Encouraging regular practice and finding music that makes the students want to practice is most important. If a student isn't enjoying their lesson, I'm not doing my job! I am always finding ways to keep my students motivated to learn. Read More