Trumpet Lessons Prince William County, VA

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Euphonium, Tuba

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching marching band eight years ago. After graduating from Tarleton State University in 2014, I began teaching at the junior high and high school levels. In between teaching classes I would help students after school with working on their music for class as well as encouraging students to push themselves with more challenging literature. During the concert season I would meet with sections or individuals for lessons for their solo or ensemble auditions. Read More

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

It was very interesting to see how the older students would motivate the young students and at the same time how those older students learned new things from the younger students. This experience taught me a valuable lesson that no matter how old or experienced you are, there is always more to learn. In the United States, I have been teaching private and group lessons for the last 6 years in different states such as Tennessee, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

In addition, I consider it of paramount importance to coach performers of all levels to “make music” rather than to merely play the notes on the page: Whether the goal be to prepare him or her for solo and ensemble competitions, concert music, jazz studies or the occasional religious service, conveying the significance of everyone’s own personal interpretation of a composition while performing it is what makes music come alive. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I am able to adapt and teach using a variety of teaching tools and methods. I am happy to play music that you received in school, and I also have practice materials I am happy to share with you. My goal is to create a fun environment while being able to teach and push you as a musician. I try to relate the trumpet to what ever you are currently interested in whether it be sports, cooking, reading, favorite movie etc. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion

I began teaching privately during high school. I would teach local middle school students. I have taught privately off and on since then. I encourage regular practice at home on a consistent schedule. I work with whichever book the students classroom teacher uses and also supplement my own pieces. I encourage students to have a say in their own learning by picking music they like that will still be educational. Read More