Luke Air Force Base, AZ Tuba Lessons

Having had experience in Australian Symphony Orchestras and ensembles, Peter has the passion and expertise to take you as far as you want to go

Tuba (sousaphone) is the backbone of any band. A well played tuba can enhance the performance of any organization. Also, the tuba is becoming a popular solo instrument. I teach all these techniques as well as the basics of music.

I have many years of band and brass experience. I am a trumpet performer, and have had several great tuba students. Recommended Listening:

Oystein Baadsvik

I have been teaching brass for 22 years. I have an earned Masters degree in music and enjoy teaching students of all ages. I am happily married with 5 children at home--4 of them are musicians as well (the youngest is 4).. Students will quickly learn not only the basics of music theory, but will be playing songs as early as their first lesson. It is extremely rewarding watching students have fun, excel, and fall in love with making music. I presently teach music at 3 schools (1 college) and only have a few lessons slots available. I look forward to working with you.

I hold a Masters Degree in Brass Performance, am a certified North Carolina Teacher, and have 20 years of playing experience and 10 years of teaching experience on the trumpet. I would love to be able to sit down and help you achieve your goals and find your own musical voice!

Concentrated, focused but fun lessons. I will identify the things that you need to work on to improve your planning and give you as much advice as I can on playing that I have learned throughout my on experiences.

Take lessons with a experienced teacher that actively performs and teaches. What makes me a good teacher is the fact that I struggled during the first few years that I started playing. I had a work through those struggles in order to become the musician I am today, so I know how to break things down and to cater lessons to each individual student. There is no cookie cutter method for all, we each have our own issues to work on. Some naturally gifted teachers will just tell you to play something and make it work...but since I had to work hard to become successful, I can use what I learned to help you to achieve success. I will help you to build a strong fundamental base and to turn your weaknesses into strengths! Whether you are preparing for school band or ensemble, for honor band auditions, college auditions, or solo and ensemble festivals, I would be happy to help you to become the musician that you want to become.

I have been teaching privately tuba/euphonium and chamber music lessons for the past 9 years. I have had students in the Ohio All - State Band and Orchestra and many students who continue to major in music in college in conservatories across the US. I use my experience as a performer and teacher of many styles of music to help adapt my lessons for the individual students learning style.

Teaching the tuba is a particular passion of mine. I have enjoyed helping students with sound production, technique and developing their musicality. I believe in building a firm foundation with a good tone quality and proper technique. I enjoy helping students reach their potential!

Students can expect to have weekly assignments that work on the fundamentals of tuba performance which include tone quality, intonation, dynamics, articulation, and musicianship. Students can also expect to prepare solos and etudes for Southern California honor ensembles as well as a small recital on a date TBD.