Trumpet Lessons Pottawattamie County, IA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I've been sharing my knowledge and experience for many years with friends and family. I've had many teachers throughout my education, and professional career, endow me with tips, tricks, methods, and strategies that make lessons and practice-time something to look forward to. Players with deficiencies or advantages have one thing in common. They all have potential. My goal is to tap into that potential, and take them to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For all students, I believe some understanding of music theory and ear-training is a must. This does not mean boring, antagonizing hours of studying always though. Learning songs by ear and understanding why certain pieces of music function the way they do can enable a student to learn more on their own and interact more with other musicians. I tend to start by learning to read some sheet music, and depending the instrument place a good deal of importance on learning chords. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

As I mentioned above, one of my favorite parts about teaching is learning from my students. I encourage my students to take chances, perform often, and to not be afraid of making mistakes. All experiences help you learn, no matter what level you are. I encourage students to make the music personal to them and relate to it in a way that suits their personality. This involves my, as a teacher, getting to know my students and learning about their life outside of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Saxophone, Oboe, Keyboard

I am a music teacher in the public schools and have been for fifteen years. I graduated from University of Northern Iowa with A Bachelors in Teaching Music. I then got my Masters in the Art of Teaching at Coe College. I love to find those little moments when a student finally gets how to do something. Every student has the ability to play and instrument and need to find out how to master the gift of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Organ, Accordion, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student develop a passion for music! It's important that each student progresses at their own pace. I encourage and push my students to learn, but also have an important balance between push from me, and drive from themselves. Students learn better when half of the push is from themselves rather than 100% from the teacher. I set realistic goals for my students, but also have them set their own goals so we can compare and come up with a plan together that works for both of us. Read More