Trombone Lessons South

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn

I am trumpet player located in Columbia, SC who is passionate in both performing and teaching. I love having the opportunity to share music with others whether it be in an orchestra, jazz band, or teaching students. I am currently getting my BM degree in Music Education and Trumpet Performance from the University of South Carolina. I have studied with some of the finest teachers in America, both in a classical and jazz setting and enjoy performing and teaching both genres. Read More

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

I have taught high school band for 5 years and have been playing brass instruments since 6th grade! I have also taught beginning guitar and piano! I'm excited about teaching music to people who want to learn! Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba

I teach my students to be self sufficient and to problem solve by themselves. By doing this it allows the student to make logical decisions and corrections in their own practice so they can establish routines of their own. I want all students to be able to evaluate their own performances so they can use their own individual practice time efficiently. I love seeing students find a musical solution to a problem on their own because it means that I’ve taught them to use their own knowledge for their own good. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trombone, Euphonium

I believe that real learning and development occurs during individual practice time--not in lessons. Lessons are the time for me to check in, give guidance, offer motivation and encouragement, correct errors, and brainstorm solutions, but progress can only be made with daily, deliberate work on the student's part. To this end, I like to use a practice journal with my students, in which I record weekly objectives and the student logs practice time and writes reflections. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

With young beginner students, I start with either the Essential Elements books for wind instruments or the Faber method for piano. After basic musical skills have been developed I'll move on to more interesting solo pieces based on the interests and needs of the students. With adults, I tend to talk to them a little more specifically about what their musical goals and influences are and help them to achieve them in their playing. Read More