Trombone Lessons in San Jose. Amazing Teachers.

Motivational instructor with 31 years experience serving the San Francisco bay area. Emphasis on practical application, music theory, flexibility and ear-training. My goal is to prepare students for integration into their own musical endeavors while helping them to develop a natural and seemingly effortless sound and style. Lessons are also customized to meet the students goals or to help them establish what those goals entail. If you're ready, let the fun begin!

I have started scores of beginner students on trombone who have advanced to a high level of performance ability. I teach basic musicianship and music theory as well as trombone and cover classical and jazz styles. My students expand their ranges and take on higher difficulty as their lessons progress.

Learn how to play / improve your playing on Trombone or Baritone. Learn the language of music. Become a great reader and improvisor!
I cover all the basics of playing: breathing, technique, rhythm, style, improvisation, etc. We can also learn some music history and theory, and play duets.
I teach all ages, and I tailor my teaching to each individual student. With over 30 years playing and teaching the brass instruments, I make lessons educational, productive and fun.

Experienced teacher of 4 years, lessons are geared towards student goals/interests. I will help you to build a solid technical foundation on trombone, as well as improve your musical knowledge in whatever genre(s) you prefer. Shoot me a message if you have any questions!

Professional trombonist in New York City with 10 years of teaching experience to students of all ages! Master's from New York University, Bachelor's from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Member of ska-punk band Streetlight Manifesto and frequently heard in Broadway pits.

Teaching style emphasizes fundamentals as a jumping-off point to whatever styles interest the student. Comfortable teaching orchestral excerpts, solo repertoire, and jazz improvisation.

Beginners: posture, breathing techniques, embouchure, sound production, articulation, phrasing, note reading
Intermediate: interpretation of different styles, dynamics, ensemble performance, building solid technique and stamina
Advanced: studying of orchestra excerpts, solo pieces, study of various concert and chamber music compositions