Trumpet Lessons Pottawattamie County, IA

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

Teaching students has always been a passion of mine. To get the student to understand and figure out exactly what I can do to make the student be the best player possible is always something I strive for. Many students learn in a wide variety of styles. As an instructor, I have learned to adapt to each style as best as I can, and make sure I have every lesson prepared for each student. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Saxophone, Oboe, Keyboard

I truly feel that meeting the students where they are at. At the first lesson I would bring the music necessary for lesson and get to know them. I would introduce solo repertoire and teach notes and musicianship through these lessons. I think that given the opportunity ALL students can succeed. This is done through repetition and practice. I try to find what type of music the students are interested in an first focus on those and then expand their thoughts. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I always find out first and foremost what music the student enjoys, and we will build foundational skills to be able to get there. Studying/learning songs is always a great way to begin to introduce my students to repertoire, especially if there are already songs they love. For any adults, we will work together to determine what they want out of their musical experience and work from there. I believe that music can be an excellent outlet and I want to give my students the tools to express themselves, whatever that looks like. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Tuba, Music, Keyboard

My teaching experience began in middle school, I would help my friends learn how to play music so we could perform in school talent shows. During high school and college I began teaching more professionally in a studio setting. Whether it was piano, french horn, or the ukulele, I was able to find a way to connect with my students. This ability to connect with my students has really helped me when I taught middle school band. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Organ, Accordion, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student develop a passion for music! It's important that each student progresses at their own pace. I encourage and push my students to learn, but also have an important balance between push from me, and drive from themselves. Students learn better when half of the push is from themselves rather than 100% from the teacher. I set realistic goals for my students, but also have them set their own goals so we can compare and come up with a plan together that works for both of us. Read More