Trombone Lessons South

Instruments: Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Ukulele

Most teachers use a Hal Leonard beginning book. Essential Elements (EE) is popular, as well as Accent on Achievement. I'll be using EE for beginners. I drill ear training, and will have the student memorize simple songs to beginning not only increasing their repertoire, but a fun way of practicing scales. Depending on the level, there are different books that are appropriate, however I focus on the fundamentals with each student and add on. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Accordion, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Tuba, Oboe, Bassoon

My first teaching was in summer music schools, then as an intermediate classroom teacher and music specialist (bands, choirs, musicals, folk dances, recorder, ukulele, classroom music and theory). I earned my Masters and began teaching university but have always taught privately as well. I work with parents to encourage the student to be self-motivated, so I make lessons fun. Students want to practice because they enjoy the progress they are making and look forward to lessons. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo

My teaching style is very regimented in the direction goal-setting and interests. Realistically setting goals is important for students of all abilities. Comparison from one student to the other is detrimental to the student's success as a musician, so I will tailor the progress to fit every need. I will also get the student involved with groups where they can further their learning and abilities. By keeping aligned with every student's interests their learning will never be too much for the student to handle. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba

I began playing at 9 years of age my lessons began soon after David Frick  was the first teacher instilling in me the need and understanding of proper playing and performance.  Soon practice turned into desire which lead to incredible ability I then studied with  carmine Caruso untill his death 6 years later then Reinhardt,  and Burkhart,  and the list goes on I have even studied with the one and only Arnold Jacobs  I have 10 years of classroom training as well as having spent 12 as a musician and soloist on cruise ships traveled word wide and worg with hundreds of skilled and talented musicians. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Clarinet, Tuba

For beginning students, I prefer to use Essential Elements by Bruce Pearson. This is the book I learned from and have been using to teach. I enjoy this book because of its progression system and the incorporation of solos throughput instead of just exercises for the students to play through. As the students advance, I will pick or allow them to pick solos that will highlight their strengths as players. Read More