Eric M
5.0
(4)
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Marching Band
5.0
(4)
Eric M
5.0
(4)
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Marching Band
Where I Teach:
My Studio
Ages Taught: 6-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
BM, University of Iowa, Music Education and Music Performance (Trombone) MA, University of Kent, Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics
Awards:
Member of Phi Beta Kappa 2011 - UKA Scholar (University of Kent in America) 2008- Performed with the University of Iowa Symphony Band in Carnegie Hall
Overview:
I have experience performing and teaching in a wide variety of settings. While a music student at the University of Iowa, I performed with all three concert bands and two jazz bands as well as playing in orchestral and chamber settings. After graduating from Iowa with a degree in music performance and education, I performed with the Idaho Falls Symphony Orchestra as well as a ska/rock band. I have also had the opportunity to perform abroad, playing with the University of Kent concert band, orchestra, and jazz band in the United Kingdom. Aside from performing, I have over 5 years of teaching experience in the public school setting, directing middle school and high school bands of varying skill levels. I truly enjoy both performing and teaching!
EXPERIENCE
I have teaching experience in several areas of music. In addition to directing middle school and high school bands in the public school setting, I have also taught music appreciation (both middle and high school level), kindergarten music, and philosophy courses to college undergrads. No matter the setting, I have always enjoyed developing a strong relationship with my students. I am always interested in exposing students to new music and ideas and to help them grow into reflective and detail-oriented musicians.
METHODS USED
I have experience teaching with Standards of Excellence as well as Essential Elements, though I am very open to crafting an individualized curricula for students. When planning lessons, I aim to provide students with 1) music to practice from a variety of genres and styles, 2) music that will challenge them in a variety of ways, and 3) creating/composing exercises and etudes that will help the student focus on particular weaknesses in their playing (I have often used music notation software to create individualized etudes for students).
LESSON STYLE
In my lessons, I aim to not only cover the skills in playing the instrument, but also basic music theory. I also incorporate reflective questions for students to get them thinking about the music in new ways (e.g., structurally, historically, philosophically, etc.). My aim is that students are able to do a lot of playing in lessons and to be able to ask questions (especially why some aspect of music works the way it does!). I am also particularly interested in what the student wants to learn and what some of their goals are in terms of music and playing an instrument.
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