Trumpet Lessons in Watkins, CO

Instruments: Trumpet

For beginning students I usually start with the Standards of Excellence series of method books. Once the student has grasped the fundamentals of playing, I will introduce solo repertoire students can begin working on to explore aspects of playing such as expression, tuning, phrasing, and different articulations. I use chorales to work on breathing, phrasing, and dynamics. For intermediate and advanced students, I will ask what they feel they need to work on to help guide my instruction. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

With each student or students I first have to assess to see what level they are playing so that I can start them out at a level that would benefit them. I will be teaching online because of the fact that I am in a wheelchair and not able to get into the homes of the students that I teach. I have done this before and have been successful at it. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I received my bachelors of music education from the University of Northern Colorado in 1980. I believe the study of music improves a person even if they don't go into music as a career. The believe the study of music will help people to learn about themselves, learn how to study and how work with others. It increase left brain, right brain functions and teaches someone to improve their life. The appreciation of music helps you to be more aware in other areas of your life. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

Throughout her studies she maintained active participation and placed in many national and international competitions winning the National Trumpet Competition Small Ensemble Division and placing 1st in the Music Teachers National Association Young Artist Solo Competition in 2022. Rebecca has been an active chamber musician, soloist, freelance artist and private lesson teacher for the last 9 years having played with a variety of ensembles such as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Colorado Symphony. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

Itailor lessons for each individual student, helping them to grow as well-rounded musicians while keeping music-making enjoyable and satisfying. I use a combination of exercises and etudes to help with different aspects of playing, and solos and songs to let the student apply those concepts and make music. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Oboe Bassoon

My teaching experience began in 2008, when I began teaching private lessons on various instruments, on voice, and on conducting. I later went on to teach band and choir at Cedar Bluff High School in 2011. After this, I volunteered as the band director at Valley Head High School in 2014. I have enjoyed every moment of teaching music and have taken so much from the experiences that I've had. If I was to emphasize anything about learning the art, it would be the understanding of interpretation and how to make any music into something that is uniquely yours. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Saxophone French Horn

I am very big on rewards programs and keeping students excited about what they are playing. This required reasonable, achievable goals that still push the student to go beyond their comfort level. Positive reinforcement is so important, especially with early players and when we hit walls in our growth. Seeing exactly where a student is at and understanding the encouragement they need is what makes a good teacher. Read More