Learn from Great Trumpet Teachers

Hello! I'm Ryan W. Tedder, originally from Tulsa, OK, and now based in Chicago, IL, where I've lived for over a decade. My musical journey began at a young age, inspired by my uncle, a Grammy-winning classical bassoonist. He gifted me a clarinet, sparking my lifelong passion for music.

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.

Trumpeter Luise Heyerhoff is an active presence in the music scene in Toronto and southern Ontario. She regularly performs with groups such as the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Canadian Opera Company Orchestra, National Arts Centre Orchestra, and Hamilton Philharmonic. In the fall of 2016, Luise performed as part of Adele's North American tour in Montreal and Toronto.

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.

Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Christopher Probst graduated from Lebanon Valley College of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in music education and a B.A. in trumpet performance. He received a Master’s degree in trumpet performance from the University of Arizona (Tucson) where he studied with Edward Reid. Dr.

Gerald Chavis is a distinguished trumpeter, educator, and composer with a multifaceted career spanning jazz, classical, and contemporary music. He attended Florida A&M University (FAMU), where he honed his musical skills and solidified his foundation in both performance and education.

My name is Marie Burges, and I am a Band Director within my local school district. My bands have consistently made Excellent and Superior Ratings at District and State Evaluations. My primary instrument is the trumpet; however, I am experienced in teaching all brass and woodwind instruments.

Kal Ferretti is a 21 year old jazz trumpet player based in New York City and is in her fourth year studying jazz trumpet performance at The New School for Jazz on a full scholarship. At school, Kal studies privately under Tatum Greenblatt and Alex Norris.

******Not currently accepting new students****** Having graduated from The University of Iowa in 2010 with a degree in Percussion Performance and Music Education, Rob has been teaching both privately and in classrooms for over a decade.

Steve McKnight - Professional Trumpet I’m a professional trumpet player and educator with a Master’s degree in Jazz Performance from McGill University, as well as undergraduate degrees in Classical Performance and Music Education from Slippery Rock University.