ABOUT ME: Music has been a part of my life since before I was even in school. I
came from a musical family and feel like my life has a soundtrack! I
have been playing trumpet since 1981 and can comfortably teach
B-flat, C, and Piccolo Trumpets as well as Flugelhorn. I would love to
help your child experience the joy of creating music through the use of
proven techniques in trumpet performance (classical & jazz) and by
teaching music theory (of any level) to help them become a well-
rounded musician from all angles.
EDUCATION: B.M. in Music Performance (trumpet) May 1997
* Dual emphasis in music composition
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas 66506 GPA: 3.90
EXPERIENCE: Trumpet Instructor - 1992 to 2002 / 2009 - Present * Taught beginning to advanced trumpeters (specializing in 5th and * Specializing in the Arban's Complete Conservatory method for
6th grade).
* Have taught students from 5th grade through college level.
Trumpet.
Freelance Trumpeter – 1992 to Present
* Performed at weddings, graduations, funerals, etc....
* Performed with with various Jazz and Concert bands.
* Performed at church services on a regular basis (improvisation).
Sunflower Brass Quintet - 1995 to 1999
* Played for weddings and social functions.
Kansas State University – 1990 to 1999
* Performed in numerous bands & ensembles (marching/pep bands,
symphonic wind ensemble, orchestra, brass ensemble, trumpet
ensemble, jazz bands, etc...).
* Lead trumpet from 1995 - 1999.
REFERENCES: Dr. Gary Mortenson Dan Wakefield Greg Sage
Dept of Music Head Worship Pastor Trumpeter
Kansas State University Northern Hills Christian Church Erie, CO
785-532-3800 Brighton, CO 303-828-3334
720-685-1717
