PRIVATE LESSONS
30 MINUTE WEEKLY LESSON
$30/lesson paid monthly
Thirty minutes of individual instruction per week can make an incredible difference in one's ability to achieve on the trumpet. We will explore a variety of practice materials and strategies to help you grow as a musician and improve your overall approach to the trumpet.
60 MINUTE WEEKLY LESSON
$60/lesson paid monthly
Sixty minute lessons are recommended for more advanced students who are seriously committed to the trumpet. We will be able to dig deeper into a larger scale of repertoire and refine the details to help ensure your success.
STUDIO INFORMATION
CURRICULUM
Content covered during lessons will include the following:
Proper practicing techniques for at-home practice
Developing a clear, focused tone
Clean articulation, including double and triple tonguing
Technical exercises, including memorization of scales and exercises
Developing a mature sense of musicality, phrasing, and interpretation
Improving one's ability to read rhythms
Basic music theory
Ensemble skills, such as active listening and intonation
Mental preparation for performances and auditions
Extending range and tone development
Etudes, solo repertoire, ensemble music
POLICIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Lessons will be taught in the New Albany High School Band Room
All students are expected to come to lessons with their trumpet or cornet in working condition, all music/exercises, and a pencil
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Payment is due at the first lesson of each month. This payment covers the cost of the following lessons for that month.
Accepted methods of payment are cash or check.
In order to reschedule a lesson, cancellations must be made with at least 24 hours notice of the lesson, by email or phone.
Any cancellation made less than 24 hours may not be rescheduled at the discretion of Mr. Scroggins.
There are no refunds for cancelled lessons.
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If school is cancelled, lessons will be rescheduled. The Studio adheres to New Albany Floyd County Schools for school cancellation.
PRACTICE EXPECTATIONS
Playing a brass instrument requires daily practice to strengthen and maintain embouchure muscles. Private lessons are most effective when a student is prepared for each lesson. My goal is to teach students proper practicing techniques to help prepare efficiently. It is the student's job to practice outside of their lesson time and come to lessons prepared to learn.
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
These books are heavily recommended for aspiring trumpet players, especially those who are serious about their playing.
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