Trumpet Lessons Wilson County, TN

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet

It is such a joy to see students progress in lessons, especially younger students. My former piano teacher of 10 years inspired me so much and was the most amazing and professional piano instructor in my area. She really lived by the reward system. Anytime, I would finish a goal or objective for the day, whether it be scales, or finishing a pieces, she would reward us with stickers or candy or anything to motivate us in love. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

I am interested in helping others experience the joy of making music. I began playing trumpet at age 11 and went on to play and teach professionally. I reached much success in high school when I was awarded the first chair in the Alabama All-State Band. I then went on to study to be both a performer and educator in college. After graduating, I settled in Nashville, TN where I played professionally from 1979-1997 with Gaylord/Opryland Productions, Nashville, TN. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin, Viola, Trumpet

For beginning students I generally use the Suzuki books and have had some training in the method. I don't use a strict Suzuki method but combine it with a more traditional approach by including note reading, scales, etc. I also use the Faber books in conjunction with the Suzuki for piano. For adults I generally give them the option of choosing the music they would like to learn and then try to incorporate some of the technical elements by using scales and Hanon exercises. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Bass Guitar

I am currently 25 years old living and making a living playing music in Chattanooga TN. I grew up playing trumpet from 10 through college and studied with several teachers through high school and college. I started playing bass and piano over the pandemic and currently perform primarily on bass. I have been playing live gigs since high school and have played festivals such as Riverbend, nightfall, and riverfront nights in Chattanooga. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

Every student no matter the age must have a solid foundation of fundamentals. If the technical foundation doesn’t exist, then it is much harder to play music that we love. Development doesn’t happen overnight, but rather it is a lifelong process. With every student, no matter the age, I use the Arban Complete Method, Clarke Technical Studies, Cichowicz Long Tone Studies, Stamp warm ups, and other books as needed. Read More