Trombone Lessons in Lanham. Amazing Teachers.

Hello! I’m Michael, and I play trombone for the United States Army Band. My lessons focus on fundamentals of playing that last a lifetime!

I am an experienced teacher, having been a low brass teacher for over a decade. Over 90% of my students that study privately through their senior year of high school receive some form of college scholarship for musical ability, as well as excellent standardized test scores. Additionally, my students have received placement in state rankings for organizations such as NYSSMA, TMEA, ASBOA, as well as Interlochen and Tanglewood summer institutes.
My lessons are customized to each students needs and goals, with the primary goal being a cultivation of great fundamentals.
As a performer, my experience as a freelancer in NYC and performing with word class ensembles like the Metropolitan Opera, Broadway shows, and chamber ensembles makes me an excellent choice.

Over my 20 years of playing trumpet professionally, I have picked up enough trombone to offer quite a lot to trombone students! I believe the fundamentals of all great brass playing are the same, and I can get you off to a fantastic start if you are a beginner or intermediate player :).

In our lessons, we will work to build strong fundamental techniques on the trombone while incorporating music theory, sightreading, improvisation and aural skills. I prioritize student goals and the creation of a welcoming learning environment as we explore musical genres from classical to jazz to pop/rock. Whether you're a middle school band student or an adult returning to the trombone, we will work at your pace and have fun along the way. I currently teach at the Appleton Academy of Music and I am a senior at the Lawrence Conservatory of Music, where I study under Professor Tim Albright. I play in a number of groups both on and off campus, and I most enjoy sharing music with others.

If you are looking to take your tombone playing to the next level, you came to the right place. I am currently a trombone major at the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and have studied with some of the best trombonists in New York. I have a lot of playing and teaching experience, having performed at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and many other venues around the city. I can teach you any style you are interested in and will make sure you have fun doing it.

Depending on your ability level, I can teach you from beginner to college level. We will use method books, solos, studies and, if interested, jazz. Trombone is great fun!

Personalized and methodical instruction for musical progress on their instrument.