Bruce Haag Brass Studios

Bruce Haag Brass Studios

5.0Exceptional(16 reviews)
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Top Pro
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About

I have taught all the brass instruments: trumpet trombone, French horn, euphonium, and tuba, privately for 45 years, to thousands of players of all ages. I played professionally in top Las Vegas show orchestras, toured with Elvis Presley and Stan Kenton, and backed many big stars.

I studied under the world's best brass teachers, and I am passing on the most the effective, time-tested brass playing techniques.


Highlights

Current Top Pro
Hired 16 times
1 employee
28 years in business
Serves Cincinnati , OH
Offers online services

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Check, Venmo, Paypal, Zelle

Social media


Specialties

Student's age

5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Able to read music

Students that can read music, Students that cannot read music

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Instrument style

Trombone, Trumpet, French Horn, Tuba, Flugelhorn, Bugle

Musical styles

Rock, Blues, Classical, Country, Jazz, Folk, What the teacher recommends

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    robert B.

    Bruce has infinite knowledge about the music industry, former professional players and playing/performing on brass instruments. Having been a professional trumpet player himself who trained with the best, he knows the methods and techniques required to achieve a high level of performance and can adjust each program to meet the specific needs of each student. His expertise extends beyond trumpet/cornet to french horn and lower brass including euphonium, trombone and tuba. My playing ability has greatly improved since starting with Bruce and is only limited by my available practice time. I really appreciate being able to focus on what is most important for rapid improvement.
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    March 18, 2024

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    quiche R.

    Bruce is a great teacher. I am fortunate. He meets you exactly where youre at. Theres no timetable. I started as a trumpet learner in 2020. A real beginner too. I was far from being a natural. Bruce is patient, calm, and diplomatic. Moreover, he uses the teachings of Claude Gordon to develop embouchure, wind power, wind control, breathing, and efficiency. But he is not limited to this school of thought and will try different ideas if he thinks they can help the student. Its been a journey full of satisfaction, growth and development. If you put in the work and follow Bruces common sense approach, you will develop. And Im looking forward to what the next few years will bring.
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    March 05, 2024
    Hired on Lessons

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    areli O.

    He is super flexible, knowledgeable, and kind. I never feel judged or shamed, always supported and feel like I am ready for the next assignment.
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    March 02, 2024

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    Lianne S.

    Bruce is an amazing teacher and working with him is so easy. He is extremely knowledgeable and also personable and kind.
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    April 24, 2021
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    Charlotte S.

    Bruce, Mr Haag is fantastic! My granddaughter who is a tiny 8 year old is learning theory and correct fingering and can play three songs after only three lessons. Mr Haag is patient and kind and gets respect and results. He understands what motivates each student. His experience is rich and deep and his interest in his student is energizing. I made a great choice in choosing Bruce Haag.
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    February 28, 2020
    Hired on Lessons

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    Vicki K.

    Hes very patient with my granddaughter. She is making good progress and likes her lessons.
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    May 26, 2019
    Hired on Lessons

    Frequently asked questions

    Each lesson is tailored to fit your ability level and musical goals. There is no “one size fits all.” All ability levels and ages are welcome, from beginner to pro. Bruce has many adult students who are “come-back” players. Classical, jazz, swing, rock, pop, gospel styles are taught.

    Bruce is dedicated to learning about your personal musical goals and helping you to achieve them.

    On your very first lesson Bruce will identify what you are doing wrong and begin to remedy these issues. He will help you to clear all the physical and mental roadblocks that are holding you back.

    Bruce Haag has had an extensive career as a trumpet player and brass teacher. He draws upon years of experience with Stan Kenton, Elvis Presley, top Las Vegas show orchestras, and orchestras in the San Francisco Bay Area.

    Bruce is a Claude Gordon Certified Brass Teacher. Bruce knew Claude for 25 years and actively studied with him for 15 years. Mr. Gordon is considered by many professionals to be the world’s foremost brass authority and pedagogue. In his later years, when teaching became difficult for him, Mr. Gordon would personally refer many students directly to Bruce. Claude and Bruce taught from the same studio in Saratoga, California for many years.

    $35.00 per 30 minute private lesson held once a week. $140.00 per month. Recommended for beginner to intermediate level students.

    $70.00 per 60 minute private lesson held every other week. $140.00 per month Recommended for intermediate to advanced level students.

    Payments are made monthly and can be made by check, cash, or online banking.

    Bruce began private teaching back in high school when fellow brass players began asking for his help. Bruce's study with world famous player and teacher Claude Gordon also began at this time, and to date Bruce has shared Mr. Gordon's wonderful Systematic Approach with over 2000 brass students from all over the world.

    Bruce has worked with students at all levels, from those with no experience whatsoever to students at the professional level.

    One of Bruce's students recently performed the very difficult Arban's Carnival of Venice cornet solo at an Ohio Solo and Ensemble Competition in Cincinnati. The adjudicator said that it was the most impressive performance that he had seen in his 6 years of adjudicating at these events!

    The most important part of selecting a teacher is to find someone who teaches correctly! There are many who call themselves "teachers" but do not understand the essential elements of teaching correctly.  This can be verified by reading reviews and endorsements from recognized players and professionals. One may read endorsements regarding Bruce's teaching here: https://brucehaag.com/endorsements/ and also here at Lessons.com

    A student should be commited to practicing and staying with it until his playing abilities develop. With a brass instrument, these abilities do not come overnight.

    It is helpful if a student has some idea of his personal musical goals and his level of commitment. The student should know beforehand how much time he can commit to his daily practice.


    Services offered

    Brass Lessons