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The Best Trumpet Tutors in Illinois

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Lydia J.

60/hour

Morton, IL

Decade of Trumpet Experience

5.0 (975)

3,358 hours tutoring

Response time: 4 minutes

I took trumpet lessons for eight years. I participated in marching band, pep band, choral band, and jazz band. I have been giving trumpet lessons for two years.

Pleasant and knowledgeable tutor

Lydia did a great job with my granddaughter on a beginning trumpet lesson. She is knowledgeable, patient and pleasant. Wonderful experience, She was extremely helpful regarding understanding how to achieve different notes. - Rick, 3 lessons with Lydia

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Desiree G.

80/hour

Was Lead Trumpet Most of My Life...

5.0 (52)

99 hours tutoring

I spent my high school years as 1st Chair and even went on to becoming the 1st African-American Female Herald Trumpet Player for the Tournament of Roses Parade [100th year]. For those that don't know, it takes quite a proficient...

Great with my 6th grade band student!

My son was having a hard time deciding which instrument to pursue in band going forward: the trumpet or baritone. Des worked with him on both and gave him some advice and things to try. He’s still making his decision, but we will ... - Heather

Steffi T.

50/hour

Trumpet Player with 8+ Years of Performance and Teaching Experience

5.0 (36)

166 hours tutoring

Response time: 24 minutes

I have earned a Doctorate in Trumpet Performance & Pedagogy, Masters in Trumpet Performance, and a Bachelor of Music in Trumpet Performance. I have experience performing professionally at churches and independent concerts...

Great with new students

Steffi has done 2 lessons so far with my 10 year old daughter who is just learning trumpet. Has been great and making it more fun for her. Plan to keep doing weekly lessons. - Rebecca, 23 lessons with Steffi

John B.

65/hour

John W. Benedetti- BA/BM Trumpet Performance University of Washington

5.0 (297)

955 hours tutoring

I am an NYC based trumpet player with over 20 years experience as a professional player, performer and private/public teacher. I studied exclusively with Allen Vizzutti for 5 years. I have performed world wide covering every aspect and...

An experienced tutor

We had our first trumpet lesson with John this week. John is a very patient and experienced trumpet tutor. Thank you so much, John! We look forward to more lessons with you soon! - Judy

Kerwin H.

55/hour

DMA, Experienced Trumpet Performer and Teacher

5.0 (44)

58 hours tutoring

Background: Bachelor's degree in Trumpet Performance and Master's and Doctoral degrees in Conducting from The University of Texas at Austin. I performed in various wind ensembles and orchestras and taught trumpet and...

Awesome Instructor!

Kerwin is an absolutely excellent instructor. I highly recommend him! Every lesson I really improve. He's really great at explaining what to do and how to practice so you improve. He plays the notes so you know how it should sound... - John, 32 lessons with Kerwin

Simone T.

60/hour

Trumpet and Music Teacher

5.0 (6)

8 hours tutoring

As a composer he wrote for jazz combos, big band, wind ensemble as well as solo works. Originally from Italy, Simone moved to the US to study Jazz Trumpet at the New England Conservatory in Boston. There he mastered the art of...

James Y.

50/hour

DMA in Trumpet Performance

5.0 (93)

167 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

I have three degrees in trumpet performance, culminating in a Doctor of Musical Arts. I have worked with students at all levels, from elementary to college, including private instruction. My doctoral research is in the role of the...

great teacher!

James helped my kid for the trumpet skills and corrected several mistakes he made. He is very patient along the way and after class, he made very detailed comments for improving the skills and practice my son should do. A second t... - Connie, 3 lessons with James

James D.

65/hour

Master if Music in Production from Berklee College of Music

5.0 (18)

30 hours tutoring

...choices. I have also transcribed jazz solos for 20+ years. I frequently involve interval training in my own practice for trumpet, guitar, piano, and voice. ...

A Consummate Musician!

James is great! He's a multi-instrumentalist who's worked with some big producers and artists across genres, so was well suited instruct me on how I could get started on my music production journey, and how to deepen my intuition ... - Yaw, 2 lessons with James

Vince T.

65/hour

M. Mus. in Jazz Trumpet with 20+ Years Performance Experience

5.0 (84)

199 hours tutoring

The trumpet is one of the most demanding yet rewarding instruments. A dominant voice in classical and jazz; the trumpet can be a section or solo instrument. Vince began playing trumpet in 1998. He attended lessons at...

Great tutor for someone coming back to playing trumpet after 40 years.

He's helping me fix my tone and has plans to help me learn to sight-read music, something I was never able to do in the past. I'm looking forward to future lessons with Vince! - John

Doyle B.

88/hour

Teacher/tutor/musician-33 years experience

5.0 (207)

648 hours tutoring

S. in Music Education from Pensacola Christian College in 1992 where I learned how to both play and teach the trumpet. I have been teaching the trumpet both in a band setting and as a private trumpet tutor for 24 years. My...

Upbeat, encouraging, and knowledgeable trumpet instructor

Doyle is teaching our nine-year-old son to play the trumpet, and does such a great job. He's been positive and encouraging, and is quite skilled at navigating the teaching of music lessons online. - Miles, 39 lessons with Doyle

David Y.

50/hour

Highly Effective and Understanding Trumpet Teacher

5.0 (134)

369 hours tutoring

I have several years experience playing the trumpet in a variety of different genres and styles including concert band, orchestra, jazz band, jazz combo, Latin jazz, chamber ensemble, trumpet ensemble, brass band, and more. I am...

Patient and knowledgeable

David taught me proper trumpet fingering. Sing the notes before playing. And to allow room for mistakes and get frustrated by it. I gained confidence as a trumpet player. - Chioma, 2 lessons with David

Brett L.

60/hour

Experienced Trumpet and Music Theory Tutor

5.0 (15)

72 hours tutoring

I've been a professional trumpet player for 30 years. I've also been teaching trumpet (and other brass instruments) for 26 years. I also hold a Bachelor's degree in Music Education.

Alex O.

100/hour

Trumpet Tutor

5.0 (56)

110 hours tutoring

I am a Professional Freelance Jazz Trumpet Player with 4 years of teaching experience. I taught elementary band with the Archdiocese Band Program of New Orleans and served as a Guest Artist Instructor at the Straight 8 Summer Master Jazz...

Phenomenal Trumpet Tutor!

From the moment Alex began working with our 13 year old son, we recognized how fortunate we are to have found him. Alex is a wonderfully kind, patient and knowledgeable instructor who has developed a great rapport with our son, me... - Raina, 8 lessons with Alex

Emiel D.

70/hour

Award winning Trumpeter

5.0 (5)

47 hours tutoring

He was awarded Outstanding Trumpet Soloist by Wynton Marsalis in the inaugural 2020 Jazz Rudin Jazz Championship and selected as a member of the prestigious 2019 Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program, with performances from Lincoln Center,...

Mark R.

40/hour

Trumpet

4.9 (545)

1,494 hours tutoring

I have had trumpet playing knowledge for over 40 years. I can help students learn good sound production as well as note selection. I know music reading very well. I can help students get a good grasp of trumpet playing

Good Start

Mark and my son are already getting comfortable working together. He is very professional and wants to stay aligned with what my son is working on in school. We are off to a good start. - Essence, 3 lessons with Mark

Julia B.

50/hour

Freelancer, AA in Trumpet Performance

4.9 (53)

204 hours tutoring

I have been teaching the trumpet for six years and playing for almost twelve. During this time I have been lucky enough to participate in many orchestras and chamber ensembles across the country. As a conservatory student I spend a lot of...

Great Trumpet Teacher

Julia is a great teacher and she knows how to teach students with little or no background in playing musical instruments like trumpet. She routinely provides feedback on how to improve students’ performance after each lesson. My k... - May, 20 lessons with Julia

Adam H.

50/hour

Proficient Brass Instructor with an M.M. in French Horn Performance

5.0 (3)

18 hours tutoring

I have also performed in professional and top student ensembles, and have competed in various brass and concerto competitions. Although the French horn is my primary instrument, as a boy my first instrument was the trumpet, and entering...

Otto W.

35/hour

Patient Tutor for Math, Science, and Reading

4.9 (1176)

4,801 hours tutoring

I have played the trumpet for over 40 years. I started at the age of 8 in the 3rd grade and I continued playing through high school. I was in the concert band, jazz band and matching band. One of my unique highlights includes playing for...

Wesley P.

85/hour

Experienced Brass and Music Theory Tutor

5.0 (3)

17 hours tutoring

I have a BS in Music Education with a focus in brass instruments. I currently teach 16 brass students (including trumpet) private lessons.

Jerry B.

40/hour

Jerry Benson, I am a retired elementary teacher.

5.0 (206)

490 hours tutoring

I spent 4 years as a music major and trumpet student. Since then, I have been in many different groups, including brass ensembles, community bands, a brass quintet, and have been in a blues band for 25 years.

Good trumpet teacher

I am an absolute beginner on trumpet. I wanted to play when the Saints go marching in. He was patient and helpful. He showed me that playing in a different key would be easier and it was he also assisted with the embouchre. I woul... - Keith

Aric K.

75/hour

Conservatory trained freelance trumpet player and teacher

5.0 (3)

9 hours tutoring

I am a professional trumpet player based in Los Angeles. I am a graduate of the Eastman School of Music, and am pursuing a masters degree in Classical Trumpet Performance from the University of California Los Angeles. I have...

Trumpet Review

Aric was knowledgeable, friendly and great to work with. He was punctual and answered all our questions making us feel at ease. My daughter felt accomplished and ready for her next lesson. Thank you Aric for your help! - Rubi, 7 lessons with Aric

Laura M.

40/hour

Music Educator/ Trumpet Teacher with 35 years of Teaching Experience

4.9 (21)

40 hours tutoring

We will work together in building your range/ embouchure, fixing your tone, developing your tonguing, and gaining your confidence in playing the trumpet.

Knowledgeable, patient and capable Instructor

I have taken up the trumpet after many years of not playing. I am retired and want to learn more about the trumpet and strengthen my embouchure. Laura has done that and more. She has taught me how to reach the high registers and... - Tom, 7 lessons with Laura

Jacob V.

80/hour

BFA Mannes Conservatory, 1st trumpet Astoria Symphony

4.9 (9)

104 hours tutoring

I've been a freelance trumpeter in New York City for the past 20 years in jazz, classical (symphonic and church), and commercial (pop/rock, Broadway shows) areas. 1994 International Trumpet Guild Student Jazz Competition...

Jeremiah C.

60/hour

Bilingual & Efficient Tutor for Math and Humanities

4.9 (43)

105 hours tutoring

I have played trumpet for 8 years and have taken lessons for 4 of them. I am studying a trumpet performance minor at Biola University. I was lead trumpet in my high school's wind ensemble, jazz band and marching band for...

Great tutor!

My son was super stressed out about his calculus course and so we decided to get him a tutor. He met with Jeremiah and after his first session said he felt so much better. He also said that it took him hours to attempt to learn ce... - Rebecca

David M.

30/hour

Music and Elementary Teacher

4.8 (399)

1,576 hours tutoring

My grandfather played trumpet and his instrument is the one I'm playing today. I took brass technics at the University of Oregon, received a bachelor of music degree, and taught Band at Timberlake High School in South Dakota using...

Friendly and informative

David taught my 4th grader her first trumpet lesson ever and he skills were fantastic. Instruction and communication that David gave were very good. We already have our next lesson scheduled and would definitely recommend David ... - Barney, 2 lessons with David

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Leo B.

1 Trumpet lesson

My son is currently in high school and has been playing the trumpet since he was in 6th grade. He was actively performing and competing until the pandemic hit; so just like everyone else, he had to play and practice online. We have since been searching for a Jazz trumpet instructor; and thankfully, we found Pasha K. on Wyzant online. Pasha has the experience and qualifications of an excellent Jazz trumpet teacher. He is quick to respond, works a flexible schedule, and charges a reasonable rate.

Samuel C.

9 Trumpet lessons

For starter, my trumpet pistons were not installed in the correct position. Jonathan pointed out that I might want to check that, and he was right. As soon as I fixed that, I started to sound a little better. So props to Jonathan for that. There are. a lot of new things Jonathan taught me that I couldn't learn from just watching youtube videos. Jonathan correctly diagnosed what i am doing wrong, and gave me the better/efficient ways to play the trumpet.

Keith B.

1 Trumpet lesson

I am an absolute beginner on trumpet. I wanted to play when the Saints go marching in. He was patient and helpful. He showed me that playing in a different key would be easier and it was he also assisted with the embouchre. I would be comfortable to recommend him to others. The trumpet is not the easiest instrument to learn, but I am progressing with the start that he assisted me with.

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