Clynt Y  

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Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, R&B, Gospel, Musical Theater, Funk, Electronic, Salsa, Latin Jazz, Swing, New Age, Bossa Nova, Soul, Marching Band, Mariachi, Avant-garde

A Texas native, Clynt grew up exposed to a variety of music. The southern influence of blues, gospel, country, and jazz were a huge part of his musical upbringing. While his formal training was largely in classical music for many years, he also remembers learning his first tunes note-by-not from his father (a jazz and country musician) in their living room in Texas when he was not out of elementary school.  Having experienced both formal and informal training methods all of his life, he is adept at providing either - or any ratio - of the two to a student in need. SIght-reading, technical refinement, and practice are instructional strengths - as are ear-training and music comprehension. He taught brass and music theory for several years in the public school system in Texas before relocating to New York City. He has led brass and jazz masterclasses across the country. In New York he has built a private studio teaching trumpet, piano, guitar, theory, and even tuba and low brass.

I teach strong instrumental fundamentals, along with music theory comprehension, sight-reading, and ear training. I also like to emphasize ensemble playing using instrumental duets. I use appropriate level texts based on the student's experience first and age level second but always teach from what will make either younger students or adults feel comfortable. Fun is a must in one's progression but focus is key to success. I've helped students win concerto and ensemble awards and have also brought adults into the professional-level playing world through lessons.