Trumpet Lessons Jefferson County, AL

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, French Horn

I have been involved in music lessons ever since second grade. I began with piano lessons, and then over the years have taken voice, trumpet, guitar, and french horn. I would also attend master classes for the vocal department at UNA. One thing I have learned in all of this is the statement that practice makes perfect is very true! I have also learned that it is important to take things in chunks as you practice. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium

I was a navy musician for 14 years and was with the navy band northeast in Newport, Rhode Island then with the US Naval Forces Europe Band.  Had a chance to perform in 28 countries between Europe and Africa including Russia, Italy, France, Greece, Nigeria and Gabon.  After four years of living in Italy, the navy moved me to Navy Band Great Lakes in Illinois.  Been a featured euphonium or trombone soloist in all three bands.  Currently I am working on a doctoral degree at the Hartt School of Music in West Hartford, CT. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

All of my students, will be asked what is music? After we've developed an understanding of music itself. This helps me have an ideal of the students personality. Music to me helps understand a person Spiritual being of who we are. I recommend listening to all styles to have a better understanding of the music criteria. When teaching beginners my focus will be helping create a sound and aware of any bad postures. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

I believe in individualized learning. So each student will receive their own plan for their progression. Some materials I recommend for students are the rubank book for beginner. It is very important for students to grasp the fundamentals. For intermediate students, we would progress on a track and focus on what they had for goals. For advanced students we could use anything from method books to cds to ear training and transposition to bring out the best in the learner. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Cello, Trumpet, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, Tuba, Music

I have been involved in music my entire life, starting in a percussion group and choir in elementary school. I started on the clarinet at the beginning of middle school. I taught myself how to play the clarinet amongst the other instruments I play with the help and guidance of college professors, band directors, and tricks I noticed along the way. I have been selected and performed in multiple honor bands across my time in middle and high school, including Troy University's honor band and All State. Read More