Trombone Lessons Allegheny County, PA

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

I am a dedicated and trusted marching musician with 15 years experience performing with ensembles large and small. I have been a member of the Reading Buccaneers Drum Bugle Corps in Drum Corps Associates continuously since 2007, except for a year away in 2012 when I aged-out of Drum Corps International with the Glassmen from Toledo, OH. I have also served in a variety of field and administrative leadership positions with the Buccaneers. 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: Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Euphonium, Tuba

My methodology follows a template: I will first establish a firm grasp on the fundamentals before moving my emphasis towards precise intonation and rhythm. I will then focus on giving students the creative drive and the tools to be masterful artists of their instruments so they are better able to bring a story to the notes on the paper. Read More

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

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements, especially for brass instruments. I also tend to mix in some fun songs that are more well known using my own arrangements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard

The program emphasized strong musicianship, discipline, and collaborative performance. After this, Erik continued teaching private lessons in Easton, Pennsylvania, building a studio focused on strong musical fundamentals, confidence, and long-term growth for students. He currently serves as the band director for the homeschool co-op Knowlton Fine Arts, where he leads students in ensemble playing and helps guide their musical development through structured band instruction. In addition to directing the band program, Erik is also a brass instructor at The Lesson Center, teaching at three locations and working with brass students to strengthen technique, tone, and musical expression. Read More