Music Education
Music Educator Mission Statement
Helping students to use expressive music as a means to reach their fullest potential.
Teaching Experience
Connor has been teaching both in classroom and private settings for almost 6 years, offering his students flexibility, understanding and a wide range of experiences and knowledge in order to help his students reach their goals and enjoy their musical experience. Connor has served as a graduate teaching assistant at both Penn State University and the University of Miami, leading several large and musical ensembles and chamber groups, as well as assisting in teaching jazz improvisation and instrumental methods courses. He has also worked on jazz faculty at the Illinois Summer Youth Workshop, working with both middle school and high-school age students in various musical ensembles and masterclasses. Connor has taught privately in the Chicago and State College area to students of a wide range in age and ability levels. His teaching covers both classical and jazz trombone idioms, as well as lessons in jazz improvisation, arranging, and composition for all musicians. Connor has also served as a brass technician for marching bands and taught masterclasses for brass students from elementary through high school.
Book a Lesson or Coaching
Offered In-person or Virtual
Flexible Lesson Times
Weekly Lessons or One-Time Coachings
First trial lesson is free
Classical/Jazz Trombone Lessons
30 minutes- $30
45 minutes- $45
60 minutes- $60
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
30 minutes-$30
45 minutes- $45
60 minutes-$60
Brass Coaching
30 minutes- $30
45 minutes- $45
60 minutes- $60
Contact Connor below to schedule a trial lesson: