Syosset, NY Tuba Lessons

**Currently accepting new students of all ages and instruments. Also able to do lessons every other week. ** (4/17/18)

As a professional brass musician, I have been teaching brass instruments for over twelve years.

For the beginner level, I have introduced many students to their first instrument ensuring that fundamentals are in place. At the intermediate level, I have helped many students advance in competitions and seat assignments within their band program. As a collegiate educator, I have given masterclasses at universities and private lessons to music performance students preparing for auditions and solo recitals.

I have taught online lessons for over four years and have used multiple online communication platforms to teach effective lessons. My students truly enjoy the online interaction during their lessons.

I have taught a wide variety of ages - everyone from 10 years old to 76 years old. One of the great joys I have in teaching is that each student brings their

the cornerstone of any orchestra or band is the big boy the tuba learning how to tame this instrument requires special skills. well look no further I have what you seek....

35 + yrs playing/teaching experience
Classical to Jazz
Fun mixed with work

I teach to each student individually, using a fundamental approach to tuba playing.

Experienced Music teacher of 8 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of their instrument and theory skills. I specialize in all styles. Typically, I use a variety of method books to pick from to meet the needs of the students. I also have many tools available to use during lessons.
My students have gone on to NYSSMA and on to college auditions successfully!

I am a current band director focused on your student's mastery and success on the tuba. We will work on tone, range, and develop technique through a tailored lesson that will fit you or your student. I am also happy to supplement your child's band instruction and work on area/region honor band auditions with your child.

Teaching the tuba is a particular passion of mine. I have enjoyed helping students with sound production, technique and developing their musicality. I believe in building a firm foundation with a good tone quality and proper technique. I enjoy helping students reach their potential!

Whether you are just starting out with tuba or already ten years in, this package allows you to connect with an instructor who can assess where you’re at and establish a trajectory to help you reach your goals. You may focus on learning a few pieces or just specific techniques. Either way, you’re sure to end the package feeling more competent and confident in your abilities. This lesson package can be repeated as needed.

Having played tuba with the Utah and Iceland Symphony Orchestras, and with 20 years of music tutoring experience, I communicate a deep love for music to my students as well as the skills and techniques to play tuba at as high a level as they want to go. I also teach my students ear training, music theory, and how those tuba playing skills transfer to other parts of life.

Reginald Chapman is a low brass recording and touring artist residing in New York City. As a Doctoral Candidate in music at UIUC, Reginald is experienced in educating artists of all ages and experience.
Topics include:
* Low Brass Technique
* Developing a daily routine
* Flexibility and Facility
* Tone
* Articulation
* Jazz Improvisation
* Learning and Internalizing Jazz Standards and popular music
* Transcription
* Improvising using Jazz and Popular melodic language