Arrabella B  
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Music, Acoustic Guitar
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Rock, Blues, Swing, Marching Band, Avant-garde

I have been teaching private lessons since I began pursuing my degree! I have taught ages ranging from beginning band (5th & 6th grade) all the way to late high school (juniors and seniors). I am well versed in all brass instruments and have been playing for almost ten years. I encourage my students to look at music through a different lense, it’s not like school or competition, it’s about finding an inner skill and becoming a well-rounded, kind musician. Being a musician can teach us more about our time, lives, and interactions with others than any other profession. I’ve played in a variety of environments including music videos, recording sessions, wind ensembles, orchestras, symphonies, and chamber groups. I wish for and teach my students to be well-rounded because I know the benefits from my own experiences. I also encourage my students to be honest with themselves and their peers in order to build trust in their instincts and musical ability.

Though I adapt my approach and conversation techniques for all of my students, my underlying philosophy is the same for every student I’ve ever taught. The philosophy is that progress is what we’re striving for, not perfection. I assess the skill and technical abilities and grow from that point. Moving forward is the goal, as a person, student, musician, and even my ability as a teacher. I also learn from my students which pushes me towards progress as well. Effort and progress is all I ask of my students.