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Trumpet with James K.

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Teaches online
Teaches Intermediate, Advanced
Age: 10+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1989
Master of Music

    About James K.

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    Trumpet Lessons/Studies: If you would like to learn and develop your skills on the trumpet in a new and unique way from an experienced professional performer and teacher with a heart for people and a passion for music look no further! All lessons are available Online/Skype only at this time. All ages and levels are encouraged with a special focus on intermediate, high school, college, professional, adult amateur, and the come-back player (For beginner students James highly recommends lessons with a teacher live in-person). James' primary teachers include the retired Principal Trumpet of the Boston Symphony Charles Schlueter as well as Peter Chapman (BSO) and David Greenhoe (Quad City Symphony and Lake Placid Sinfonietta). James K. performs across the USA as a trumpeter. He also conducts master classes and teaches lessons privately both in-person and through his online Skype trumpet studio. He has a unique niche and perspective and has worked with hundreds of students of all ages to bring them to a new level of musical success. He has created unique methods to teaching art and craft of practice, best practices for sight reading, and learning expressive musicality. Life Coaching and Life Planning Services: James has extensive experience working both with artists and the general population to help develop career and positive life choices. He draws from his experience as a professional artist, Fortune 500 corporate sales, and a husband and father to six children. Offerings include life planning, dream mapping, organizational skills, marketing, help with difficult decisions and relationship management.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    9 AM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    9 AM-2 PM
    4 PM-6 PM
    Wednesday
    9 AM-6 PM
    Thursday
    9 AM-2 PM
    Saturday
    7:30 AM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $50
    45 minutes
    $75
    60 minutes
    $100
    90 minutes
    $130
    120 minutes
    $150
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    Experience

    Life Coach

    Jan, 2003 - Present

    Musician Advice and Equip My Life

    James has been active both formally and informally in this career for at least a decade. Through his company Musician Advice he has worked with many artists to grow and develop their career path. Additionally, James has worked with people in diverse areas and life paths to work through their challenges, set course to fulfill their dreams, and develop clear vision and organization in their lives.

    Private Studio Teacher

    Sep, 1995 - Present

    James K. Trumpet Studio

    James developed and maintained trumpet studio at various locations throughout Boston and then later in the greater Chicago area. Teaching the studio now via Online Skype/Video while traveling. Studio includes trumpeters of all ages and abilities. Dozens of students have gone on to become professional musicians and music teachers. While they were part of the studio many went on to win All-State status as well as perform many recitals and receive honors of many kinds.

    Professional Trumpet Artist

    Jan, 1992 - Present

    James K. Trumpeter

    Performer across the USA as a solo artist, chamber musician, church musician, and as a general freelancer doing broadway shows, ceremonial work, and orchestral/opera work. Credits include: Principal and Section Trumpet for Orchestra/Opera Orchestras in USA & Italy Soloist at dozens of venues through the US and Italy Chamber Music with String Trios, Quartets, and Trumpet/Soprano Ensembles Broadway Shows-West Side Story, Pajama Game, Les Miserables, Annie, My Fair Lady, Wizard of Oz

    Education

    Bachelor of Music

    Sep, 1988 - May, 1993

    University of Iowa School of Performing Arts

    Master of Music

    Sep, 1994 - May, 1997

    New England Conservatory of Music

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Private Lessons

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