Trombone Lessons South

Instruments: Trombone, Drums, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard

For beginners I would have many different types of books that we can look on. But if you are currently in a class at your school then we would use whatever book your teacher is using. When it comes to piano and drums I would give you something to play and see if where we would be in terms of what things you already know how to do and where I should start teaching. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Mallet Percussion

I create custom lesson plans, goals, and objectives based on the individual student's needs and interests.  Strong fundamentals are essential to readily achieve musical success, therefore, I begin with the essentials of posture, breathing, sticking/articulation, and best practice habits.  If a student already has a method book or repertoire with which he or she is learning, I am happy to continue with current music, or I have many method books and resources to recommend. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Music, Keyboard

I have been teaching private lessons at Northside Christian School for almost 2 full years at this point, and have been helping out during marching band season every year since 2017. During the first part of 2021, I have also substituted for jazz instructor during the school year of Tarpon Springs High School, and while there I have taught more students on jazz improvisation as well as fundamentals on the trombone. I also occasionally come in to my old high school to work with the jazz ensemble, combo, or even just specific sections of the band. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, French Horn

I take each student as a new individual, and tailor the instruction accordingly. I set clear and attainable goals, understanding that what worked for one person does not automatically work for another. One of my strengths has been the ability to adapt to each student's needs and address those needs with different strategies. Read More

Instruments: Trombone, Music

I pride myself on my ability to teach not only the standard method book sequences of etudes and exercises for the various instruments, but a curriculum that integrates improvisation and composition at all levels of age and ability. I believe in the importance of personalizing the music-making process and building student confidence in their own abilities to creatively express themselves. I encourage students to write songs, improvise based on given materials, and most importantly, have fun while doing it! Read More