About
STUDIO IN REHOBOTH, MA
An alumnus of Gettysburg College (PA) having earned a Bachelor of Science in Music Education, Scott also holds a Master of Science in Education from the University of New England (ME). Additionally, he has completed post graduate study at The Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford (CT), Rhode Island College, the University of Phoenix (AZ) and Loyola Marymount University (CA). Although a classically trained trumpeter, Scott has proven versatility in a range of styles, and has performed extensively throughout the East Coast. His trumpeting has also taken him to the Mid-West, Canada, and Europe. As a freelance musician in Southern New England, Scott's forte has been within the realm of sacred music. He remains in demand as a wedding trumpeter, was Trumpeter-in-Residence at the well-known St. Luke's Catholic Church in Barrington, RI for nearly 18 years, and is now in residence at the historic Beneficient Church in Providence, RI. Scott is a past member of the Ocean State Pops Orchestra and Kindred Brass, and now performs with the Greenwich Bay Brass, Intrepid Brass, and the D-Caf Jazz Quartet. Most notably, Scott is proud to be a Trumpet Artist/Educational Clinician for XO Professional Brass/Jupiter Band Instruments, a leading manufacturer of world class quality instruments.
I love sharing the joy and benefits of music making with students!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
The first lesson is evaluative. I learn where the student is their progress, diagnose areas needing immediate correction, and take time to learn about the student's learning style so that I can be most effective as the instructor.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Science in Music Education
Master of Science in Education
30 post-graduate credits in music and education
Over 22 years of teaching experience as a middle and high school band director, district level fine arts administrator, private instructor, college adjunct faculty, and guest clinician
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$25 per half hour lesson
How did you get started teaching?
I was inspired to become a teacher from my experiences with my own middle school band director.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all ages from beginner to advanced, and across many different learning styles and abilities.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Thoroughly check the instructor's qualifications. There are many who decide that they can "teach" because they play the instrument. But at the core of teaching is "do no harm." One may be able to play, but may fail to know proper pedagogy and instructional techniques to help the student succeed. I have encountered many students who were failed by such so called instructors, and for whom I had to start from the beginning to undo damages done that had hindered the students.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
The student should consider how they learn best, and share this so that the teacher can present lessons that help the student understand the lesson material as well as achieve success in playing the instrument. A good teacher should be able to properly diagnose concerns in the student's instrument playing without having to be told.