Galena Park, TX Trumpet Lessons

I have been playing trumpet since 2nd grade. I am comfortable teaching beginner students both in person and online.

With over 10 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, yet relaxed; 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!

Trumpet is my main instrument, I can teach trumpet in beginner, intermediate and advanced. I have taught to all ages.

My students will be exposed to the wealth of information I have acquired from studying with some of the best trumpet teachers and players in the world: Barbara Butler, Charlie Geyer, Chris Martin, Philip Smith, and more.

Professional performer and teacher for over 20 years. Performed live on radio and TV; major venues coast to coast; for 3 US presidents; DCI group - The Cadets of Bergen County; symphony; brass quintet; big band. Mark is particularly insightful in quickly and accurately diagnosing obstacles and offering effective solutions all while keeping development fun. A symphonic player with high-level marching band experience, Mark has acute insight into the varied needs of today's performers and develops customized paths for embouchure development and maintenance in addition to musical interpretation.

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I have taught occasional trumpet lessons ever since I was in High School six years ago. Beginner trumpet students start with basics such as lip buzzing, mouthpiece buzzing, and easy songs. Eventually, they will learn about playing with a desirable tone as well as instruction on playing solos and etudes. I play both classical and jazz music on trumpet.
If I sound like a fit, then don't hesitate to press the green button!

Learning to play the trumpet is a rewarding experience. Many people think you need to be big and tough to play the trumpet. But it's quite the opposite - it is an instrument requiring precision coordination between the embochure (lips) and the fingers. It's more akin to precision surgury than an athletic competition.

I will help the student develop a good foundation to play the trumpet well. Everyone wants to play loud and high but developing a good sound is crucial before attempting advanced techniques. I will help the student make sure they are developing and progressing in the right direction.

I have twenty years in musicianship as a trumpet player myself and five years of experience in teaching music. Each lesson is designed to cater to the needs of the student and provide them with the skills to advance as a successful musician. Each lesson is customized and the students will learn subjects such as sight reading, ear training, musical theory and more.

I have been teaching music privately for nine years, four of which I worked within NYS public school districts as a music technician for both New England and nationwide competing bands. Trumpet and baritone are two very special instruments to me and it is very fulfilling to continue teaching them for me!

I am VERY familiar with NYSSMA, for those who have students who would like to participate or are planning on participating again this year!

As your private instructor I will cater your lesson to your individual needs. I will teach you the skills that you need to become a better musician, and a better trumpet player. I take a very vocal approach to playing the trumpet, and that comes across in my teaching. You will come away with the skills and techniques needed to accomplish your goals.