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Trumpet with Carlos R.

La Jolla, California

4.8
(19)
Teaches online
Teaches Intermediate, Advanced
Age: 10+
Speaks Spanish, English
Teaching since 2005
Sistema Fellow

    Learn Trumpet from an expert teacher with 20+ years of experience!

    With over 20 years of teaching experience, and sharing the stage with the likes of Bob Mintzer and Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet playing is my biggest passion. Our lessons will be focused and stress-free; challenging but always fun and full of exciting challenges. My playing and teaching experiences have helped me understand what it takes to reach that "next level" of trumpet playing, whether it involves range, technique, or musical performance. I hope we can make some great music together soon! If you are looking for high-quality, professional-level music lessons for you or your child, look no further! Book Now!

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    4:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Tuesday
    4:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Thursday
    4:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Saturday
    10 AM-4 PM
    Sunday
    10 AM-3 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    60 minutes
    $65

    About Carlos R.

    4.8
    (19)
    Hello! My name is Carlos and I can't wait to have you as a student! I've been teaching trumpet for over 20 years and have loved helping my students discover the joy of playing an instrument, and making beautiful music! I studied music at San Diego State University and the New England Conservatory of Music where I earned a degree in Music Performance and was an Academic Fellow. I'm an encouraging, patient, and lively teacher. We will be learning the basics of trumpet playing, and progressing each week with tailored lesson plans, all the while making beautiful music in the process. If you are looking for high-quality, professional-level music lessons for you or your child, look no further! Book Now!
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    4.8
    19 Reviews
    Ramona
    Teacher's studio
    My 10 year old son who is new to playing the trumpet has been loving his online lessons with Carlos. He has learned so much in a short period of time. I would definitely recommend Carlos as he is very engaged in his students success. He is also very flexible and tries to accommodate the lessons to fit our schedule. Thank you Carlos. 10/10!
    Posted May 21, 2023
    Casey
    Student's home
    So patient, funny, knowledgeable, and nice -- the ideal instructor!
    Posted Dec 17, 2019
    Ryan
    Online
    Very good first lesson. There were a number of good tips and I got a lot out of it.
    Posted Sep 1, 2019
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    Experience

    Music Director

    Mar, 2007 - Present

    SAHLUD Inc.

    Coordinate public health education workshops in six different Ecuadorian communities. Manage and direct the SAHLUD Music Education Program which teaches elementary music and arts classes to children. Recruitment of volunteers.

    Director

    Aug, 2013 - Jan, 2014

    Encore Music Project

    Instruction and coaching of staff, overseeing the launch and teaching practices in elementary schools in Florida. Ensuring effective El Sistema classroom teaching program execution, teaching and modeling El Sistema methods. Cultivation of various income sources from private foundations, individuals, corporations, and government grants. Supervision of schedule planning, evaluation of program needs, guiding teaching artists, community engagement and public relations."

    Performing Artist

    Jan, 2011 - Jan, 2012

    Heart Power Performances

    As a HeartPower performing artist, we program and perform concerts and educational classes to various at-risk organizations that serve youth, the mentally ill, those in drug and alcohol rehabilitation, those recovering from child abuse, and any other segment of the population that normally is not served by other music organizations.

    Private Trumpet Teacher

    Jan, 2005 - Present

    TakeLessons.com

    Worked with students ranging in ages between 2-70 to further develop an understanding and appreciation for music Enhanced students' understanding of music theory through professional resources Collaborated with colleagues to develop an in-house methodology and relevant coursework for students Facilitated large-scale music rehearsals and recitals in highly organized team setting Motivated and encouraged students through positive reinforcement techniques Was the "go-to" teacher for all jazz and jazz theory related questions Developed a jazz methodology and program for widespread use by various music education institutions

    Education

    Music Performance

    Aug, 2007 - May, 2011

    San Diego State University

    Sistema Fellow

    Aug, 2013 - May, 2014

    New England Conservatory of Music - Boston

    Certifications

    Sistema Fellows Certificate

    May, 2013

    New England Conservatory of Music

    Academic Fellowship at New England Conservatory of Music, one of the nation's top music schools

    Awards

    Paul C. Staffer Scholarship

    Aug, 2008

    San Diego State University

    Adams Project Performer’s Network

    Aug, 2010

    San Diego State University

    Affiliations

    La Jolla Music Society Community Music Center

    Jan, 2018

    Since 1999, La Jolla Music Society’s Community Music Center (CMC) in San Diego’s Southcrest neighborhood has given hundreds of children their first experience in music making. 120 students from over ten area schools are given full scholarships to study music in an area where most families are not able to afford lessons. Feedback from students and parents is immensely positive and often reflects benefits beyond learning of music fundamentals.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Spanish

    Native Proficiency

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