Trombone Lessons in Babson Park, MA

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone

For beginning students who are children, I typically begin with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements; as well as other, more auditory practices that do not require a book. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce other solo repertoire pieces that I feel the student is ready for, and assist in musical execution for future recitals. For adults, I try to first find out what the student is interested in, and then guide my lessons in such a way that would be beneficial for their goal, as well as their musicianship. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium

I have been giving private lessons on trombone for going on six years. I began during my time at the University of Connecticut where I gave lessons as a part of the school of education's community division. I taught students from the surrounding town's middle and high schools. throughout the rest of my time at UConn as well as at the Hartt School, I have given lessons both as a part of a university, and privately in my own studio and at student's homes. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I provide each and every student with customized curriculum to fit their goals. Some students want to be prepared for auditions at school for jazz band or orchestra, others want to work towards Districts and All State Auditions. I work to build a solid technical foundation while also fostering creative growth. I like to tap into a student's particular interests and identify the lens through which they can appreciate and love music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Clarinet Organ Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard

The aforementioned points tend to help the student progress and gain a passion for whatever they're studying in music. I've also found that a curriculum that is full of listening homework from all over the world and all throughout history to go a long way in helping students learn things they might not have even known they liked or loved. My students are encouraged to enter the world free of fear, be it performing and or writing music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Trumpet Trombone Flute Clarinet Double Bass Euphonium

I have over 15 years experience teaching privately as well as teaching band and orchestra in public schools. At one time I taught thirty-eight, half hour band and orchestra sessions every week. This included private Jazz ensembles and orchestra—all at the Elementary level. I taught 4th and 5th grade band and orchestra for the San Ramon Valley School District for 5 years as well as after-school ensembles for 9-11 year olds. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

My typical process for working with a new student is to begin with the end in mind. According to the particular needs and expectations of the student, we discuss attainable and measurable goals for a given period of time. With that in mind, I devise tailor-made lesson plans that may include materials from esteemed method books (Arban, Bordogni, Cimera, Edwards, Mantia, Marstellar, Schlossberg, etc.) and exercises of my own design. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

In college, I discovered my interest in dancing, other forms of art, psychology, philosophy, and more. Also, I had equated greatness in music with having a principal position in a high level western classical orchestra. This is not to denigrate western classical music, however, I began to see a need and value for the study of music making from all cultures- world music or ethnomusicology. I also began considering other ways of contributing to music and the world, such as through music therapy. Read More