Trumpet Lessons in Langhorne, PA

Instruments: Trumpet

...I strongly emphasize the bodily, physical "mechanics" of "how" to play the instrument.  I've learned that the placement of everything in the mouth (tongue, teeth, air column, etc.) is of critical importance.  If the student has a good concept of the "mechanics" of how to play, he is on the right track to playing to his full potential.  It also eliminates the tendency to create bad habits in the development of mastering the instrument.  Everything else, style of music, music theory, stage performance, etc. is all secondary. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums

...I been playing the piano since age 3 (over 40 years ago!). Since getting certified, I can play and teach all instruments, with piano being my primary instrument. I encourage regular practice and strive tocoordinate the students' schedule along with musical success. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet

...I also place emphasis on phrasing, My experience is that many students get wrapped up in the mechanical process of playing at the expense of musicality. I ask the student to think in linear terms, playing phrases rather than playing note-to-note.... Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

...My new students typically spend their first lesson and sometime their second getting used to playing the trumpet for the first time; the goal is to learn proper breathing, posture and tone.... Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Euphonium

...For beginning students, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements as well as my own individual exercises written specifically for each student's needs as they develop.... Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet

...There is no judging in my studio. Everyone is here to learn and get better. We all had to start somewhere, but we all might not require the same steps to progress.... Read More