Saltillo, MS Trombone Lessons

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

I have fifteen years' experience teaching all brass instruments. Emphasis on tone production while covering other aspects from learning the positions to creating beautiful musical phrases.

I am a classically trained trombone player with experience playing jazz and pop styles. I can work with you to take your musicality to the next level regardless of your current abilities.

I have been teaching trombone for 22 years. I have received about 14 years in trombone and specialize in it. I have produced 3 CDs with my brass group, Cornerstone Brass. 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.

My focus as a teacher begins with the fundamentals of sound production. It is my belief and experience that, given strong fundamentals, one can learn to do anything else they need to on the horn. We will spend time breathing and developing beautiful tone, as well as practical application of these skills with actual music. We'll start with whatever music you are working on currently and will probably expand to other etude books and solo repertoire.

My name is Ethan Warden. I'm a graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Madison where I received my Masters of Music Performance degree. Prier my adventure here at UW - Madison, I received my Batchlers of Music education - Instrumental from Missouri State University.

Students can expect an in-depth knowledge base of the trombone, including repertoire, fundamentals, and techniques, guiding them through a fun, relaxed lesson.

I have been playing trombone most of my life and it is the first instrument I learned to play. I specialize in breathing techniques, flexibility, endurance, range, improvisation, and much more!! I will push you to be your best!

My passion is teaching the trombone. I have started beginners, taught middle, high school, and university students. As a member of a professional orchestra for many years, I have experience performing many different styles of music and love to share my enthusiasm for the trombone with others. Lessons are rooted in a firm foundation of technique, focusing on efficient sound production and ease of playing. I love helping students reach their potential!

Everyone’s gotta start somewhere! Whether you only know how to hold the trombone, or can fly through diminished licks over a Tritone sub I’m here to help you enjoy playing trombone and grow your skills at the same time. I teach both classical and jazz skills while working with students, as I believe music is not always enjoyed and created on paper but will accommodate to your interests.

I've been performing professionally for almost 50 years.
Beginners will learn breathing and technique and play tunes.
Intermediate - technique, breath, tone and tunes
Advanced - including some theory, composition and interpretation
Each student has their own needs & interests - I try to cater to those.