Ordinary, VA Trombone Lessons

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I've been teaching music, tutoring, and performing for a combined 30 years and my students have gone on to be in the President's Own, Army Band, Marine Band, ALL State musicians, DCI Musicians, and many scholarship recipients at major Universities. I specialize in instrumental lessons, typically use Arban, Rubank, and traditional method books, and SmartMusic!. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

Professional trombonist in New York City with 10 years of teaching experience to students of all ages! Master's from New York University, Bachelor's from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Member of ska-punk band Streetlight Manifesto and frequently heard in Broadway pits.

Teaching style emphasizes fundamentals as a jumping-off point to whatever styles interest the student. Comfortable teaching orchestral excerpts, solo repertoire, and jazz improvisation.

Experienced Music teacher of 8 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of their instrument and theory skills. I specialize in all styles. Typically, I use a variety of method books to pick from to meet the needs of the students. I also have many tools available to use during lessons.
My students have gone on to NYSSMA and on to college auditions successfully!

The Trombone is the single most powerful acoustic instrument in terms of size and efficiency. The thing's a cannon, and one just has to know how to use it right. My lessons will focus on enriching tone, increasing lung capacity, improving slide dexterity, strengthening embouchure, sharpening intonation (pun intended) and having fun with the mightiest of all wind instruments.

As an experienced trombonist, I understand the needs of students and I can cater to their goals and aspirations. Lessons with me will be focused on what the student needs to get to the level of playing they desire. In the first few weeks or so, you will develop a decent sound, articulations, and be able to read music clearly as well as have a solid beginning understanding of music theory. If you're interested, feel free to message!

I started playing the trombone in the 4th grade and have been playing ever since. I attended St. Augustine High School where I participated in the world renowned "Marching 100" band. As a leader and Drum Major I gained experience very early on working with beginners and honing their skills. I want to make sure students get a solid foundation and master all of the basics in order to excel in their music play.

The Doctor is in! I am the founder and owner of NOVA Music Academy in Winchester with a professional teaching studio and staff to teach every wind and string instrument. I hold a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Flute Performance from Shenandoah University and I have taught children and university students for more than 10 years. Your child deserves the BEST music teacher. From experience I know teachers vary wildly in quality; with me, you are assured expert quality and professionalism that your child deserves.

Whether your child loves Mozart or Moana, is putting their instrument together for the first time, or getting ready for a big audition, I meet your child at their level and I take them to the stars!

Experienced teacher in beginning band. I think outside of the box! Take lessons with me I will tailor your lesson to your learning style and personality.

I am an experienced teacher of beginner and intermediate students! I like to make lessons enjoyable by implementing proper fundamentals through fun songs in a stress free environment ! I also like to create a solid foundation for learning technique, music theory, and sightreading! I look forward to working with you!