I am a student of all the great trumpet methods, taking the most relevant from all the greats. If you are determined to improve, I am determined to help you reach your goals! I also have an extensive knowledge of trumpets and mouthpieces and have advised countless students and colleagues on equipment changes. I keep a repository of mouthpieces so that we may suitably fit a student if their current mouthpiece is not a good fit. Many teachers do not address this. To me, this is like a running coach not caring about what shoes his runners wear. Often, many problems can be fixed almost immediately with the proper fitting of the mouthpiece. 

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For years, I struggled with range, intonation, and endurance. Through my research and studies, I've found my way to nearly limitless endurance, great control of sound and intonation, and range to a Triple C and beyond. My method of teaching can help almost anyone to gain the range, endurance, and control I now possess. We work with your physical characteristics and find the best way to play for YOU. Often, a student's "problem" is not their "uncommon" physical traits, it is the teacher's lack of study or knowledge.

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In addition, I teach improvisation, theory, and composition. I have extensive knowledge of the improvisation techniques of the great trumpeter Woody Shaw, the subject of my DMA paper. I teach improvisation like a language: first, you learn the basics of reading, writing, and conversation; then you refine your individual voice through choosing your vocabulary and turn of phrase. I teach in person and also offer online lessons for those far away. For pricing and to set up a lesson, please contact me.