Brass Lessons in Long Island, NY

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Our Approach to Brass Lessons

At Grace Music School, we focus on a few key elements of music education when students come to our school for brass lessons. We strive to make it fun, to help students develop strong technical skills, and to completely customize the learning experience to the individual goals of each student.
There are so many brass instruments to choose from – each with their own unique sound and style. If you’re interested in developing new skills or dusting off an old hobby, learning to play a brass instrument could be the perfect fit for you! At Grace Music School, we offer brass lessons in trumpet, French horn, trombone, and baritone.

Experience the Grace Music School Difference

Brass Lessons Should Be Fun!

From classical orchestras to high school marching bands, the brass section plays a leading role in producing dynamic and impactful performances. At Grace Music School, we teach a variety of brass instruments – including trumpet, baritone, french horn, and trombone – each of which plays a critical role in bringing to life the music we know and love.

Regardless of your specific instrument, one thing is consistent across all of our brass offerings: fun! Simply put, we want all of our students to LOVE their music lessons. Grace Music School experienced staff blends a high standard of music education with a creative, student-focused approach that gives students space to discover and nurture their passion for music – while having fun along the way.

We Emphasize Healthy Technique

We believe mastery of fundamentals is key to providing a strong foundation for a musician’s growth. At Grace Music School, you’ll learn the key elements of strong brass technique including breath support, voicing, embouchure, articulation, finger technique, and posture. Understanding these necessities will help you maintain control of the tone and quality of your music.

Our lessons offer an enriching, well-rounded music education that pairs fundamentals with a strong foundation in music literacy. From sight reading and ear training to music theory and history, our instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and extensive teaching résumés to foster an optimal student experience at Grace Music School.

We Care About Your Musical Interests & Goals

We recognize students enter our doors with a variety of musical backgrounds (including none at all!), and our experienced teachers are well-equipped to meet you where you are and help get you where you want to go. Grace Music School is the place for you!

Do you dream of becoming the next great jazz soloist? Earning a spot in your high school band? Turning a simple intrigue into a hobby? As our teachers get to know your goals, we tailor our lessons accordingly. Both beginner and advanced students will be challenged and inspired on their musical journey at Grace Music School.

Our Brass Teachers

Aidan Walsh

Aidan Walsh

Aidan Walsh is a dedicated and passionate music teacher and musician from Long Island, NY. He found his love for music when he started playing the trumpet in fourth grade. He graduated from the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College in January of 2024

David Nieves

David Nieves

David Nieves is a 25-year musician specializing in drums, percussion, woodwinds, brass and piano. He got his start at the age of 10 when a chance meeting with a music teacher prompted him to start clarinet.

Dylan Krukowski

Dylan Krukowski

Dylan Krukowski is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and music educator with a deep background in chamber music and solo performance. Having graduated from Ithaca College with a dual degree in Performance and Music Education,

Michael Roberts

Michael Roberts

Michael is a versatile and eclectic guitarist based in the New York area. His performances have taken him throughout the United States and Canada. Equally comfortable on the classical and electric guitar, his playing experience ranges from standard classical guitar repertoire to jazz, rock, blues and world music.

Donavan Austin

Donavan Austin

Donavan Austin is a trailblazing trombonist, composer, arranger, and educator dedicated to his craft and determined to spread the joy of music. Hailing from a suburban area of Northampton County, Pennsylvania, his love for jazz and the trombone stems from his time at Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts.

Christopher Greer

Christopher Greer

Christopher Greer brings more than twenty-seven years of experience as an instrumental music educator, specializing in elementary band instruction. Throughout his career, he has cultivated a reputation for creating fun, motivating, and musically rigorous environments where students thrive.

“Both of my daughters take lessons at Grace Music. Their friendly encouraging instruction has made a noticeable difference in each of their performance levels and keeps them wanting to progress. Great music, great people, great instruction.”

— Diane Spinner

“My 3 children have been students from the beginning. Their progress has been remarkable. Grace and the entire faculty are amazing. I have and will continue to recommend Grace Music School as a great establishment for all levels of music education.”

— Thomas F. Lembo

“We are very pleased with our 8-year old daughter’s musical development at Grace Music School. She has developed a strong foundation in piano during her first year of lessons and truly enjoys practicing and working with her teacher, Kerry.”

— Walter Ruiter

“My daughter started piano at Grace Music a year and a half ago, when she was 5. Grace’s teaching helps her feel successful with each new song and she looks forward to her weekly lessons. My daughter says “She love it so much”. ”

— The Breckling Family

“My son Andy studies piano at Grace Music School. We came to GMS from another instructor and have been nothing but impressed! GMS offers a warm family atmosphere, high-quality instruction, and positive encouragement and reinforcement. ”

— Michelle Burget

Brass student playing

What you can expect

Together we explore student musical goals

We match students with one of our expert instructors.

Start attending lessons! Parents can receive progress reports each week.

We Offer Simple Pricing to Fit your Schedule & Budget

30 min

Weekly Lessons

$190

/month

45 min

Weekly Lessons

$285

/month

60 min

Weekly Lessons

$380

/month

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