Trumpet Lessons Franklin County, NC

Instruments: Guitar, Trumpet, Music, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is relaxed. I grew up taking lessons that stressed me out and that's the last thing I want any of my students to feel. Music takes practice and sometimes practice is tough, but above all, music should always be fun. My teaching style in encouraging, but not strict. I never want my students to feel like they are letting me down if they do not pick up something as quickly as I would like. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I have taught several of my peers and young students alike in the art of trumpet playing! My main goal in a lesson is to build the fundamentals and branch out from that basic understanding of the instrument. In any form of music, especially classical, a musician must have a firm understanding of the basics in order to excel in their musical future. My teaching on the trumpet also include a simple bit of learning on the piano as it is a fantastic way to visualize exactly what music is trying to do at any given moment in a selection. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba

So therefore, I may teach a small tune to student and when it sounds good I'll show them how the music lines up with that, so they'll always focus on their sound and not just read notes off the page. For my more experienced and older students, I like to keep it pretty much the same, except obviously they'll be a lot faster picking up what I have to offer. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

I believe that music should be a satisfying endeavor. Learning music should be a great balance of having fun in the moment, and the joy of seeing oneself grow and progress as an artist over time. I meet each and every student at their own level, wherever that may be, and help them grow. I like to talk to each student or parent about their goals in music with the understanding that many have very different goals. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Orchestral Percussion, Music, Acoustic Guitar

 Before this, I taught elementary school-age children in summer camp, was a lead teacher at a preschool for children ages 1-5, and taught solo French horn students from local high schools throughout my college career.  I have had success with all age groups, using my skills to break down the toughest musical passages into simple and easy-to-understand instruction. Most recently, I have been accepted to present at the state music educators conference with a colleague. Read More