Content covered during lessons will include the following:

• Proper practicing techniques for at-home practice

• Developing a clear, focused tone

• Clean articulation, including double and triple tonguing

• Technical exercises, including memorization of scales and exercises

• Developing a mature sense of musicality, phrasing, and interpretation

• Improving one's ability to read rhythms

• Basic music theory

• Ensemble skills, such as active listening and intonation

• Mental preparation for performances and auditions

• Extending range and tone development

• Etudes, solo repertoire, ensemble music

Policies and Expectations

• Lessons will be taught in the New Albany High School Band Room

• All students are expected to come to lessons with their trumpet or cornet in working condition, all music/exercises, and a pencil

Payment and Cancellation Policy

• Payment is due at the first lesson of each month.  This payment covers the cost of the following lessons for that month.

• Accepted methods of payment are cash or check.

• In order to reschedule a lesson, cancellations must be made with at least 24 hours notice of the lesson, by email or phone.

• Any cancellation made less than 24 hours may not be rescheduled at the discretion of Mr. Scroggins.

• There are no refunds for cancelled lessons.

If school is cancelled, lessons will be rescheduled.  The Studio adheres to New Albany Floyd County Schools for school cancellation.

Practice Expectations

Playing a brass instrument requires daily practice to strengthen and maintain embouchure muscles.  Private lessons are most effective when a student is prepared for each lesson.  My goal is to teach students proper practicing techniques to help prepare efficiently.  It is the student's job to practice outside of their lesson time and come to lessons prepared to learn.

Practice Expectations