ABOUT YOUR COACH
-BIO-
I am a musician based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, currently pursuing a degree in Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas. With over six years of professional playing experience, I have had the privilege of playing with and learning from some of the world’s finest musicians, including Caleb Hudson, John Holt, Jose Aponte, and Phillip Dizack.
While I am a dedicated performer, my true passion lies in teaching. Over the years, I have had the honor of teaching dozens of students, guiding them to achieve great successes in all-region and all-state ensembles, and securing placements in universities across the country.
For me, teaching is not just about sharing knowledge, but it is about fostering growth and nurturing talent. Witnessing my students' progress is incredibly rewarding, and I learn and grow just as much from them as they do from me. My commitment to my students' development is at the heart of everything I do, and I am dedicated to helping each of them reach their fullest potential.
-ABOUT THE PROGRAM-
My music program is designed to improve the most important aspects of trumpet playing while catering to the individual needs of each student. My teaching techniques include:
Positive reinforcement
Sight reading
Ear training
Student centered instruction
Technique instruction
Audition Preparation
Habit building
Improvisation
Building repertoire
Music theory
Empathy