Trumpet Lessons in Arcadia, OK

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium

I enjoy teaching students in both the classroom and private setting. Nothing gives me more pleasure than to see a student master new ideas and advance as a musician. I believe in helping students gain a firm grounding in the fundamentals of playing their instruments, which will, in turn, help them to advance more quickly. I have been playing and teaching for over 20 years. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

For those at a beginner level, I typically start with the basics of breathing, buzzing, embouchure development, scales, basic music theory, and basic instrumental proficiency. I also use the Hal Leonard's Essential Elements book to learn basic solos and melodies. For those at the intermediate levels, I start to incorporate scales, solos, range, and standard trumpet books, such the Arban Conservatory Method, Clarke Technical Studies, and the Iron's Flexibility exercises. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Euphonium French Horn

For beginning students whose primary goal is membership in a school performance ensemble, I will usually choose a beginning band method that give them a good foundation in fundamental playing techniques. As they gain basic skills at this level, I expand the content of lessons to include easy solo repertoire. For older and adult beginningstudents, I usually use instrumental methods more suited for older learners. In addition, I incorporate easy solo literature for public performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet

Seems I've always been a teacher, even when I didn't realize it; from my school days as first chair helping other students, through college where I taught for the Southern Nevada School of Music and at Vesleys Music Conservatory, through the time I received my first certified public school teaching position and after that as a business owner with employees, I have been teaching and learning. Currently I teach Instrumental, Vocal music and Speech/Drama in Oklahoma as a certified classroom teacher. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

As a musician for over twenty five years, I not only understand music but can demonstrate superior technique. Not only do I have life long experiences and qualifications, I am also a gifted teacher. I care deeply for all my students by understanding each students unique learning style and can adjust lessons accordingly no matter what age. I have played with the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, the Lawton Philharmonic, and the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra. Read More