Music

Trumpet

David N.

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Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

Age: 5+

Speaks English

Teaching since 2007

Artist Diploma in Jazz Studies

About David N.

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(15)

A graduate of the Juilliard School, I have performed with some of the worlds most accomplished and well-known musicians, including Wayne Shorter, Dave Liebman, Arturo O’Farrill, Ellis Marsalis, Randy Weston, among many others. Along with performances at the Blue Note, Dizzy's Club Coca Cola, Small's Jazz Club, and others, I have been very lucky to have traveled, performed, and taught all over the globe in venues such as the Tokyo Jazz Festival, the Fandango Fronterizo Festival in Tijuana, Mexico, Abu Dhabi, the Torino Jazz Festival, the Newport Jazz Festival, and the Panama Jazz Festival. During my time at the New England Conservatory, I had the opportunity to study with John McNeil, and the late-great Laurie Frink. Being students themselves to the famous Carmine Caruso, I learned a lot about developing a routine that covers all aspects of playing, technical and musical. My teaching style stems a lot from Laurie's teaching style and methods, and I am excited each time I get to share the knowledge she passed to me onto other students. I share my experiences and techniques learned from her and John McNeil as well as my own variations on their methods. While constantly working towards the students goals, I incorporate the necessary framework to being a strong and versatile trumpet player and musician. In February 2014, I independently released “Progress Report”, my first full-length album as a leader and composer. Along with a full teaching studio, and a recent member of the orchestra for the hit Broadway musical, “Tootsie”; I can be seen performing all over, in and around the New York City area. Teaching Philosophy -Find several avenues of interest for different levels of students. -Improve technique and musicality through engaging and informative methods. -Develop discipline and a sense of creativity within student, and present expressive and communal performing opportunities. -Create sense of community among peers and educators to continuously develop musical personalities. -With students overall goals in mind, present trumpet history, music theory, improvisation, general musicianship, and pedagogy.

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Teaches Online

Teaching Hours

Monday

6 AM-7 PM

Tuesday

6 AM-7 PM

Wednesday

6 AM-7 PM

Thursday

6 AM-7 PM

Friday

6 AM-7 PM

Saturday

6 AM-7 PM

Sunday

6 AM-7 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$40

45 minutes

$50

60 minutes

$60

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15 Reviews

Rebecka

Online

Dave is a very patient teacher. You can tell he is passionate about music and the trumpet from the way he interacts during a lesson. I look forward to every week when I take my lessons, and it has been such a fun hobby during these crazy times because of Covid-19.

Posted Nov 25, 2020

Matt

Student's home

David is an amazing player and teacher. The lesson was not only fun but incredibly informative as well. David's friendly teaching style really helps keep the learning environment friendly and approachable. Anyone would be lucky to study with him!

Posted Nov 25, 2020

Rémy

Online

Dave is the best Instructor one can have for Trumpet and Jazz Music. A stellar Jazz Musician in my eyes and in my ears. Plain greatness. Language oh my... This cat has it all ! He also provided me with fantastic trumpet/chops exercices. Overall each trumpet lesson was a very inspiring musical experience for me.

Posted Nov 24, 2020

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Experience

Trumpet Instructor/Teaching Artist

May, 2018 - Present

Afro Latin Jazz Academy of Music

Teaching artist teaching private trumpet instruction under the direction of the ALJAM. Created unique exercises based on each students interests and needs. Topics included trumpet calisthenics, jazz theory, repertoire instruction, improvisation.

Resident Trumpet Instructor

Sep, 2016 - Dec, 2016

Little Red School House, NYC

Private trumpet instruction. Created unique exercises based on each students learning challenges/needs. Topics included trumpet technique, improvisation, musicianship, classical and jazz theory. From ages 14-15.

Juilliard Jazz Workshop Faculty

Apr, 2016 - Apr, 2016

Juilliard/Torino Jazz Festival

Featured artist and faculty at 2016 Torino Jazz Festival. Conducted trumpet/improvisation masterclass. Taught advanced ensemble (featured at the final day of festival). Topics included trumpet technique, jazz history, jazz recordings, jazz theory, musicianship.

Trumpet Instructor

Nov, 2015 - Present

Music To Your Home

Private lessons in students homes. Developed lesson plans for each student, and assessed progress during weekly lessons. Topics included trumpet technique, improvisation, musicianship. From ages 10-18.

Trumpet Instructor

Dec, 2014 - Present

Private Teaching Studio

Private instruction. Created unique exercises based on each students learning challenges/needs. Topics included trumpet technique, improvisation, musicianship, classical and jazz theory. From ages 10+

Resident Trumpet Instructor

Sep, 2014 - May, 2015

Medfield High School

After school program, where private and group lessons of 4-5 people were conducted. Developed lesson plans for each student, and assessed progress during weekly lessons. Topics included trumpet technique, improvisation, musicianship. From ages 10-18.

Education

B.M. in Trumpet Performance

Sep, 2007 - Dec, 2011

Berklee College of Music

Artist Diploma in Jazz Studies

Sep, 2015 - May, 2017

The Juilliard School

M.M. of Jazz Studies

Sep, 2012 - May, 2014

New England Conservatory

Awards

Berklee College of Music North-American Scholarship Award 2007

Sep, 2007

Berklee College of Music

Carmine Caruso Jazz Solo Competition Semi-Finalist

Sep, 2017

International Trumpet Guild

Member of the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra with Arturo O'Farrill

Sep, 2017

Afro Latin Jazz Alliance

The Juilliard School Scholarship

Sep, 2015

The Juilliard School

New England Conservatory Scholarship

Sep, 2012

New England Conservatory

First Place Winner of 2010 ITG Jazz Solo Competition

Jul, 2010

International Trumpet Guild

Berklee College of Music Art Farmer Award 2009

Sep, 2009

Berklee College of Music

Berklee College of Music Lennie Johnson Award 2009

Sep, 2009

Berklee College of Music

Berklee College of Music Division Awards 2008

Jan, 2008

Berklee College of Music

Affiliations

BMI

Feb, 2014

Broadcast Music Inc. was founded in 1939 by forward-thinkers who wanted to represent songwriters in emerging genres, like jazz, blues and country, and protect the public performances of their music. Operating on a non-profit-making basis, BMI is now the largest music rights organization in the U.S. and is still nurturing new talent and new music.

American Federation of Musicians

Jun, 2018

A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

Feb, 2014

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.