Trumpet Lessons Clackamas County, OR

Instruments: Trumpet

My method of teaching begins with establishing a students learning strengths (auditory, visual, kin-aesthetic, etc.). From there I can more thoroughly formulate and personalize each lesson for success. With students who are just starting out on Trumpet or in their early stages, I emphasize a large focus on establishing a strong foundation with fundamentals. I like to make sure I fully understand the students goals, strengths, and weaknesses so I am better able to guide my instruction accordingly. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Harmonica, Ukulele, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon, English Horn, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I have taught in one-on-one lessons, large group rehearsals, and everywhere in between. I started my teaching with a group of peers and professors while studying my undergraduate Music Education degree. We worked as a group to teach children ages six through 16 how to play violin/cello and perform as group. We then held a large concert as well as performed with the Sacramento Philharmonic at a Link Up concert. Read More

Instruments: Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Recorder, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion

In 2015, I graduated from Southern Oregon University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Instruction.Whether performing in recital halls, coffee houses, percussion festivals, backyard barbeques, and rock n roll clubs, my multifaceted musical background facilitates my chameleon-like ability to accommodate a myriad of of musical projects. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Guitar, Double Bass

I began teaching lessons and teaching an elementary school band my senior year of high school in 2006. I encourage a regular practice schedule that includes journaling your practices. Though I may no play every instrument, my time in various ensembles as well as my experience writing and arranging music have given me insite to various instruments to answer questions that may arise. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Guitar, Accordion, Double Bass, Euphonium, Tuba, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Many students find themselves in a hard spot because many teachers are driving and insist on PERFECTION. This can often lead many students to feel uninspired or that music is all work and no play. I have never felt this way about music. Students can motivate themselves to play music and practice and a find their own materials if they are truly ENJOYING what they are doing. It can be as simple as a basic two chord groove! Read More