Trumpet Lessons in Idledale. Amazing Teachers.

I have been studying trumpet since 4th grade. Over the past two decades, I've learned how to control sound, tone, and energy with the instrument. Along with these unique skills, I can also teach you jazz & improvise, classical music, music theory, performing techniques and how to take care of your instrument properly. I teach all ranges of skill, from beginner to advanced.

I have 21 years of experience teaching middle school through high school band students. I have been a head band director for all 21 years, with numerous students earning music scholarships, receiving superior ratings at solo and ensemble festival, as well as positions in all-region and all-state band. My bands have been known for playing well, being selected as an Oklahoma Music Educators' Association Honor group as well as the Music for All National Festival. I am hoping to help students who do not have band classes now due to the school closings, but am happy to teach anyone interested. Students will find me patient and engaging. I absolutely love band and can't wait to teach you or your child!

The trumpet is an amazing instrument! The trumpet is unique because it has a loud and powerful sound. I am so excited to teach you more about the trumpet. I am an interactive teacher who can assist you in many ways in regards to learning how to play the trumpet including; correct posture, new breathing techniques, correct fingerings, alternative fingerings, improved sight-reading skills, greater music theory knowledge, and performance skills. I recommend using the Essential Elements for Band book series. Once we connect and I can find out more about your playing level we can find the perfect book for your. I can't wait to work with you :)

As a part of my music education certification, I am trained to teach beginner levels in all brass instruments.

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I am experienced in trumpet, french horn, trombone, bass trombone, and piano, trumpet being my main instrument, been playing for approximately over 25 years. I have an Associate degree in Music education. I have also composition, arrangement, and written my own trumpet book.
I have self-taught myself to sing alto, guitar, handbells, organ, and percussion for approximately 15 years. I start learning music off and on from the age of 10. I started on piano and off I went from piano to trumpet. An along the way I pick up the guitar, voice, percussion, handbells, trombone, and french horn. I love learning and teaching music to others.

I teach absolute beginners, intermediate and advanced students. I work with them on technique, strong fundamentals, sound production and the repertoire of band and orchestra music.