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Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Music, Keyboard
To make the learning experience fun and engaging. I first introduce concepts; then connect to well known songs and music that allow you to understand and appreciate the vital concepts and themes being illustrated. Together we set realistic goals, learn from where we may have missed the mark, and celebrate our achievements. This allows me to tailor your lesson so that you may gain the absolute most at of each and everyone. Read More
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Euphonium, Tuba
For beginning students, I always start by learning the notes on the staff that corresponds with their specific instrument. Knowledge and confidence of this is crucial to the learning process. Next, I pick a method book to work through to learn the fundamentals. For trombone, I use Rubank's "Elementary Method." It is a great progressive studies that has great explanations, exercises, etudes, duets, mini-solos, scales studies, and more for young students. Read More
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar
I am a trumpeter, multi-instrumentalist, and composer/arranger in the Philadelphia and New York regions. My primary instrument for the past 16+ years is trumpet; I also regularly perform on assorted brass, electric bass, and vocals. I hold a Master of Music degree in Jazz Performance from the University of the Arts; and a Bachelor of Science in Music degree concentrating in Jazz Studies and Theory Composition from the State University of New York at New Paltz.I have appeared on many albums during the past few years including my own debut solo album. Read More
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba
For beginning students just starting out method books like "Hal Leonard's Essential Elements" is very popular and useful or other similar method books that public schools use. In addition to working from the popular school method books and any band music I will assign different things for my students to work on to keep our lessons fun and engaging. Each student will receive instruction from me that will inspire them to practice and want to learn more and get better. Read More
Instruments: Trumpet, Music
With almost 30 years of musical experience, Justin brings patient, practical, and performance-focused instruction to students of every level. He’s taught private one-on-one lessons and classroom programs at the elementary, high school, and college levels — tailoring lessons so each student progresses quickly while enjoying the music they love. Justin studied with world-class musicians including Vincent Penzarella (New York Philharmonic), NYC jazz trumpeter Joe Magnarelli, and Broadway musician Bud Burridge. He’s had the privilege of sharing the stage with extraordinary artists such as Saturday Night Live’s trumpeter Earl Gardner, Randy Brecker, Maria Schneider, John Pattitucci, Eddie Palmieri, Brian Lynch, James Moody, and Jimmy Heath — experience he brings directly into lessons to teach real-world skills for auditions, gigs, and ensembles. Read More
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