Trumpet Lessons in Dallas, TX

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone

My lesson style is unique. First thing first is to have fun. There is no reason you should be taking lessons if you are not having fun playing your instrument. I try to make my lessons educational and exciting all in one. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I am passionate about music, and hope that my students will develop a passion for it as well. I believe in setting short term and long term goals, and developing a plan to attain both. I teach all my students multiple styles, because it is important for trumpet players to know how to play every style. I am quick to acknowledge when a student has gotten better. Positive feedback is very important in keeping students motivated. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Drums French Horn

For kids, I'll start with easy but basic notes and chords. I try to make it fun like learning songs they might know. For young adults to adults, I'll do the same but on their level and the expectation is much higher than kids. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone

Sound is the most important aspect of trumpet playing, and the good thing is you can practice pretty much anything and still focus on your sound. For beginners I usually supplement their beginner band book with some simple drills from Schlossberg's Daily Drills or some I wrote myself. The Clarke's Technical Studies and Arban's Complete Conservatory Method are great books as well that I use with most of my intermediate/advanced students. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I am a freelance trumpet player in the central Texas area and I have maintained a studio of over 30 students with students of all ages and ability levels since 2016 when I started my master's degree at The University of Texas at Austin. I have had the pleasure of performing around the United States and in Europe with various types of ensembles including symphony orchestras, wind ensembles, jazz ensembles, and brass bands. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Drums Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I have performed in music ensembles since childhood. As an elementary school student I performed in regionally recognized handbell, soprano recorder, and choir ensembles and I am a strong advocate of these types of ensembles at the elementary level. As a middle and high school student I participated in jazz, concert, symphonic, and marching band. While attending Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia I participated in Orchestra (trumpet), Glee Club, and Jazz Band (piano) and have extensive experience performing in symphonic and concert ensembles ensembles. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Euphonium French Horn

My name is Chris, and I have been playing trumpet for over twenty years. I grew up in the TX public schools and was a two time TMEA All-State Musician. I hold three degrees in music from accredited universities: DMA at UGA, MM at UT-Austin, BM at NDSU. I enjoy teaching and helping others, and have a patient, kind approach to working with people. Music is a wonderful gift that we can all share in, and I am happy to pass on what I have gained from my musical experiences. Read More