Scotch Plains, NJ 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

The trombone is a colorful and exciting instrument played in many styles of music throughout the world, from jazz and classical to funk and soul to reggae, afro-beat, and Latin American music. In addition to covering the basic technical requirements of the instrument, I'm particularly interested in the many genres in which the trombone can be found, and I like to focus on the styles of music that most interest and challenge my students. I began playing soprano trombone over ten years ago, and I have taught tenor trombone privately and in public school programs for several years. I encourage the use of long tones, air support, and brass calisthenics to improve tone, increase range and endurance, and work towards greater flexibility.

I am a professional full time Trombonist. At the same time, teaching has always been a big part of who I am - I love teaching. My music career has taken me around the world and back but more than that it has given me a wonderful tool of self expression, and for that I am forever grateful. My band performs regularly in Opera houses as well as coffee houses... Other than the Trombone I do play the Trumpet as well, and I have over 8 years of Piano under my belt.

I am a graduate of New York University's brass program where I studied with renowned trombonist Per Brevig. I am an active member of the Manhattan freelance community. I have performed at Symphony Space, Verizon Hall of the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, The Bowery Electric, The Hudson Music Festival, Carnegie Hall, and many more. Students can expect a fun and challenging educational program that focuses on improving core trombone technique and most importantly, overall musicianship.

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.

Hello! I'm a Juilliard Bachelor's of Music Graduate and I've worked with all kinds of Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Pop artists, including Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Herbie Hancock, Demi Lovato, and Lizzo. I've worked as a private instructor for 5 years and have taught all ages! I have a considerable amount of performance and education experience in all genres of music and I'm ready to pass on my knowledge!!

Professional jazz trombonist with 5 years of teaching experience! Especially experienced in teaching beginners.
Proficient in teaching all styles of music to all ages and levels.
Lessons are customized and catered to the needs/goals of each student. Instead of simply training students to read music and play notes, I prefer to teach my students to think, play, and act like musicians. My lessons feature improvisation skills, sight-reading, playing by ear, building a strong technical foundation and music analysis.

I assure you will see leaps of improvement by working with me!

Looking to improve your trombone playing? Want to learn how to improvise jazz on the trombone? In our lessons we will work together to help achieve your needs, addressing topics such as articulation, technique, sound, motivic development, jazz harmony, ear training, sight reading and more. Our lessons will be geared towards making you the best musician you can be while having a fun time. Let's get started!

I want to help you realize your playing goals! Wether they are as simple as learning your favorite song or as big as playing a recital at Carnegie Hall. I will work with you to develop a methodical plan that you can follow that is specifically tailored to your skills and goals, so that you can expand your technical skill set, tackle more difficult music, and become more expressively fluent on the instrument. All of my lessons are recorded free of charge and privately available to you so that you can listen back to them. I will provide most music, method books, and resources. Let's get started!