Learn from Great Brass Teachers

I'm an advanced classical trumpet player with world-class training from McGill University, California Institute of the Arts, and specific university-level teaching training from the University of Oregon. I've studied with some of the best brass musicians in the world, including Hakan Hardenberger (international soloist), Brian McWhorter (Professor, University of Oregon), Mark…

Gavin Ard is a freelance trumpet player, teacher, and composer/arranger based in the NYC area. A recent graduate of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD), and holds two Master of Music Degrees; one in trumpet performance and the other in jazz composition/arranging.

Kelly Pratt is a seasoned musician, composer, and educator with years of experience teaching students of all levels—from young beginners to advanced musicians. He has taught at the University of North Carolina and worked one-on-one with students across the world, tailoring lessons to help each individual develop both technical skill and creative confidence.

A native of Florida, William Bard holds a Bachelor of Music degree in horn performance from the Eastman School of Music (where he also received the coveted Performer's Certificate), as well as a Master of Music degree in horn performance from the Mannes School of Music (where he was one of only four students in his class to receive the Orchestral Achievement Award).

Xin He is a third-year Horn Fellow at the New World Symphony. Based primarily in Miami, FL, Xin has performed extensively throughout the U.S., having spent summers at the Spoleto Festival, Tanglewood Music Center, National Repertory Orchestra, Sarasota Music Festival and the National Orchestral Institute + Festival. She was also a fellow at the New York String Orchestra Seminar.

Current Principal Trumpet of the Pittsburgh Opera. Former professor of trumpet at Arkansas State University and member of the United States Air Force Band, Washington DC.

Hello, my name is David, and I am a middle school music teacher in Southern California. My passion for music began when I was sitting in the trumpet section of my middle school band class. It had such a profound impact on my life that I decided that I wanted to become a teacher.

Called an “incredible horn player” with “perfect sound” by MaineToday, Emma Stanley is a soulful, seasoned performer on trumpet, piano, and voice. Based in Portland, Maine, Emma plays locally and regionally as a solo artist and with multiple groups, currently including Gina & The Red Eye Flight Crew, The Fogcutters, Native Isles, and OC and the Offbeats.

I have taught band for 20+ years in the Arkansas Public School system, and play a variety of instruments. In my career, I've taught thousands of students. I hold a BA in Music Education and an MA degree in Instructional Technology from Arkansas Tech University. I'm a National Board Certified Teacher since 2008, and became a National Geographic Certified Teacher in 2017.

Hello, my name is David Farley, and I am a jazz trombonist as well as composer/arranger and aspiring bandleader in the LA area. I’m currently finishing my undergraduate degree at CSU Northridge in jazz studies, and am looking into possibly getting my masters next year.