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Levels taught:
Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAnother aspect of my daily regiment is improvisation. focusing on major/minor/ whole tone/diminished scales/ II-Vs in all keys and playing changes!
Lastly RESTING as MUCH as you PRACTICE is very IMPORTANT!
About William A.
William is a versatile and energetic musician, having shared the stage and recorded with numerous popular artists. Other performances with: John Mayer, toured with Teena Marie for 5 years,Stevie Wonder, accompanied Mariah Carey at the 2006 Grammy’s, Ludacris on the Jay Leno Show, India Arie, Nine Inch Nails,Mos Def, Rick Ross, Lloyd, Snoop Dogg, Sinbad & The Stank Nasty Band, Macy Gray, Blu Cantrell,Richard Wright, Roy Hargrove, Earth Wind & Fire, Miles Mosely (Playboy jazz fest, 2017), Prince, Sebastian Bach, Eric Benet, Lupe Fiasco( Lolapalooza (2008), Dakah Hip Hop Orchestra, and as a regular Guest with NBC’s Late Night with Carson Daly house-band. William has also performed on American Idol and The Voice, as well as appereances on HBO's "Criminal Minds",july 4th ABC and CMA Christmas T.V. Specials with Lady Antebellum. William regularly tours with Capital cities and had the pleasure of performing at "lalapalooza," "life is beautiful," "firefly, "coachella" and many other music festivals with CC. William recently toured with Lady Antebellum for their 'You look good tour' in the summer of 2017 which included among many venues, the legendary "Hollywood Bowl."
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Teacher's Studio
William was very patient and helpful. He focused on the basics, discussed ways to improve without overstretching current ability and made the session fun. After one lesson, I can tell he will be a very good, positive influence for my son.
Student's Home
I really like William’s instructional manner which is calming and it builds confidence. He uses method books that I know, with my application, will make me achieve my goals on the horn.
Teacher's Studio
I really like having classes with William - I love far from his house but each week I drive happily.
It’s my 5th class and I improved a lot.
Great teacher
Teacher's Studio
Very good
Teacher's Studio
William was extremely patient, and very attentive!
Student's Home
William Is Great teacher!
Teacher's Studio
Will is a really excellent teacher! I started with absolutely ZERO experience and he was kind, patient, and a really excellent start for any new student. We worked mainly on fundamentals, breathing exercises, and embouchure technique the first few weeks before jumping right into learning basic songs and music theory. He tailored the lessons to my ability and gave me pointers throughout to make sure I was staying consistent.
I would recommend Will to anyone that is interested in tackling the trumpet, from beginner (me) to advanced. Thanks Will!
Student's Home
Good first start. William is very knowledgable and easy going. Looking forward to making progress.
Teacher's Studio
Very good first lesson, figuring out where I'm at with the horn and gave me some great exercises to help build up technique .
Teacher's Studio
William was great, very knowledgable. Cade like that he was laid back. William could hear what Cade needed to work on and gave him pointers and materials to help him become a better trumpet player. Cade said he was a cool guy and is looking forward to his next lesson.
Student's Home
I feel that I am gaining excellent instruction from a knowledgeable teacher. I am an adult learner (new to trumpet) and William is excellent at keeping me on a pace that has me interested and engaged with each lesson.
Student's Home
William is extremely patient, and makes the whole experience fun. He really worked with Aidan's ability. I would definitely recommend him as a Trumpet instructor for your child.
Student's Home
First lesson was great. William is cool and informative. I'm am looking forward to working together!
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Experience
Trumpeter
May 2014 - PresentCapital Cities
Have toured and recorded with Capital cities. Can find william on their new EP "Swimming Pool Summer" with solo work on "Drop Everything" and horn contributions on "Swimming Pool Summer," "Vowels," and "Girl Friday," (featuring Rick Ross.).
Trumpeter
Mar 2012 - PresentSinbad and the Stank nasty band
Trumpeter
May 2017 - Nov 2017Lady Antebellum
2017 "You Look Good World Tour"
Trumpeter
Jun 2007 - Jan 2012Teena Marie
Toured and recorded with Teena marie
Education
Bachelor of Science in JAZZ
Aug 2001 - Jun 2005University of Southern California
Awards
Stan Getz & clifford brown group
Aug 2002IAJE and NFAA
Affiliations
American Federation of Musicians
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