Frank P
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Drums, Recorder, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Latin, Showtunes, Spirituals, Merengue, Latin Jazz, Swing, Samba, Bossa Nova, Marching Band
Frank P
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Drums, Recorder, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Latin, Showtunes, Spirituals, Merengue, Latin Jazz, Swing, Samba, Bossa Nova, Marching Band
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
Ages Taught: 6-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
MM, The Juilliard School, Trombone Performance MME, Manhattan School of Music, Music Education BM, Manhattan School of Music, Trombone Performance
Awards:
1997 16 Years Principal Trombone, Norwalk Symphony Orchestra. Scholarships on Trombone at The Juilliard School, and (previously) at Manhattan School of Music.
Overview:
As a performing professional Musician who is continually learning, I would like to pass-on what I have gained throughout numerous years of Musical experiences. Having graduated with degrees from Manhattan School of Music, and from The Juilliard School, I "incorporate" Music Theory, Sight-reading and Ear Training as essential dimensions of my lessons, with the addition of playing Duets. Having performed under the direction of the world's most renown conductors [including Leanard Bernstein] and with Musicians, along with having studied with the finest instrumentalists are highlights of my career, along with having played Principal Trombone in the Norwalk Symphony for more than 16 years, having substituted on Broadway, and traveled with two International touring companys' Broadway Show productions. I have also often appeared as featured soloist with Symphony Orchestras and Concert Bands. My specialty includes instruction as needed in breathing for all Wind instrumentalists and vocalists, as well as Embouchure and Circular Breathing techniques. It would be a pleasure to share my Musical concepts while working with you! Thank you!
EXPERIENCE
My Music teaching experience dates back to my Junior High School days, being only 14 years old, as I began teahing other students who played and performed in school, along with me, and also instructed some of their younger siblings. Encouraing regular practice on a consistent daily basis, is one of the key points that I emphasize to all of my students, as it produces student progress and aquisation of essential Musical literature. I am always looking forward to bring on new students from grade 1 through their 8o's, and to work diligenty with them regarding their Musical endeavors...
METHODS USED
For beginning students, I typically start with the method book that the child is given by the school Music teacher, making certain that they are at least adequately prepared to play their assigned studies (or pages) for their school Music lesson. I also incorporate playing the Duets provided in that volume, along with the students. I then suggest that they purchase other necessary methods, duets and solos at their local Music Store(s), as they progress, and they will therefore require more advanced Musical materials than that used at their school.
LESSON STYLE
Although it is important that my students progress at their own pace, I suggest practicing as many 20 minute sessions possible daily, for research has shown that the mind can concentrate most clearly for that length of time. My lessons include Music Theory, Ear Training and Rhythmic Studies in order to save lots of time, by nurturing excellent Musicianship, in addition to learning the instrument, through practicing correctly. I am also an expert at introducing correct playing habits, by instructing students with regards to proper embouchure, breathing and Circular Breathing techniques, as necessary. Also included in my lessons is playing duets, along with my students.
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