Trumpet Lessons Prince William County, VA

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion

For my own beginner students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

The first opportunity I had to teach someone trumpet was during my junior year of high school. There was a freshman saxophone player who decided to switch to trumpet, so my band director had me teach her. Ever since then, I have been studying different pedagogical techniques for both trumpet and music in general. My belief is that, in order for a student to have the most success, they must set a goal for themselves. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, French Horn, Music

I am a Passionate and innovative teacher that loves music! I am a recent graduate of George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Minor In Jazz Studies. I have had the joy of performing with a wide range of people and groups that have helped me become the musician i am today. Studying with me will help widen your view on music and help you familiarize yourself with various styles and genres in order to prepare you for all areas to express your musicianship. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Ukulele

I'm a passionate educator and musician who enjoys sharing my love for music with students. I have experience with Trumpet performance in a wide range of settings from Orchestral brass sections to Jazz combos. My graduate studies were completed in New York at SUNY Purchase under the tutelage of Jon Faddis. I have been fortunate to have many amazing performance opportunities, including: Tour of England and Wales, Tour of Austria and Germany, 5 National Brass Band Competitions, performances at Dizzy's Coca Cola Club and The Bluenote. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I have been a music educator for seven years in the public school system in Virginia and have been teaching private trumpet lessons for 16 years. My students have achieved on different levels and have been accepted to major music universities along the east coast including JMU, VCU, UVA and Berklee College of Music. I currently teach online lessons out of my home. I am happily married to my wife Lindsay and we have a daughter as well as a dog, who sometimes might make a guest appearance in our lessons! Read More