Trumpet Lessons in Clarkdale, GA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Flute Clarinet Drums Euphonium Keyboard

For beginning students both children and adults, I typically start with Bruce Pearson's Standard of Excellence books. Once my younger students have progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I begin to introduce solo repertoire that is appropriate for their first recital performance. Once the adults have progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I try to find out what the student is interested in and guide my instruction towards that interest, all while keeping the lessons engaging and fun. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

My experience of teaching music started as I recieved the opportunity to be a student teacher at an elementary school in Montgomery, Alabama. I used this time to help students become interested in learning about music through; presenting various instruments for the class to observe and using creative teaching methods that include music for an easier comprehension tool with their school work. I am also able to relate to students that are older and those who are adults. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Euphonium Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I teach all aspects of brass playing: air control, embouchure development, articulation, tone, range, and musical interpretation of all styles. I teach a complete understanding of the guitar fretboard. I incorporate music theory and an understanding of chord structure in all lessons, and for all instruments that I play and teach. I have played in a wide variety of musical groups from symphony to jazz and rock, so I can direct my teaching toward the styles that you enjoy. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

There is no such thing as a "best method for everybody" but better methods for people's unique needs. For beginners, texts from Hal Leonard, Jamey Aebersold and Alfred's piano course are great examples to guide students through, but ultimately the specific text doesn't matter as long as I can teach the fundamentals necessary to be performance ready. After the basics are mastered, I'll introduce the skills needed for a first recital. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Euphonium French Horn Tuba English Horn Keyboard

All of us know people who can play or sing extremely well, but who have a hard time explaining in words how they do what they do.I think everyone has some musical talent.All of us do. Acknowledge accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes Leader eager to learn more. I ask students what they want to accomplish and we both find out ways to successfully complete that. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Euphonium French Horn Tuba Mallet Percussion

  In my classroom transdisciplinary is innate to my teach style.  I teach all skills in my class using many methods including but, not limited to the following: Clapping, singing, stomping, writing, modeling, syllables (math), one-on-one  Beginning players usually start with a short Assessment of their knowledge of music. We will spend a lot of time thorughout their experience on Tone, Intonation, Technique, Range, and Style using various styles.    Experienced players usually start with a short Assessment of their knowledge of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Music Keyboard

Having grown up in a musical family, I have been studying and performing since before I can remember. Through music directing musicals in New York City to touring across the US and Europe, music has been my constant companion. For me, music is a rich source of joy, peace, discipline, excitement, pride, and perspective. It is my duty and privilege to pass on the wonderful things I have learned to the next generation of brilliant musicians. Read More