Jeff Purtle has given recitals in England, Wales, Scotland and the USA. He has spoken at the International Trumpet Guild Conference and hosted his own conferences. Jeff’s brass students are in all branches of the United States military, band directors from SC and other states, and students in the San Francisco Symphony, Charlotte NC Symphony, Greenville Symphony, Charleston Symphony, Augusta Symphony, Aiken Symphony, Jacksonville FL Symphony, and UK and Chinese orchestras. Some are touring in the UK and Europe. Jeff was personally certified by master teacher and author Claude Gordon. Jeff’s ebook “Hit it Hard & Wish It Well” is published in t...

Experience playing guitar in the HS Jazz ensemble Took AP music theory in HS Played guitar in Jazz combo and ensemble throughout college at EIU Earned a BA in music Pursuing teacher certification for music K-12 in NC Very familiar with music theory and history Familiar with playing Blues, Rock and Roll and Classic Rock music as well.

Trained and licensed music educator offering private instruction to music students. Open to students of all ages and all levels–there's a place for everyone here! Primary lesson instruction is in saxophone, but I also offer piano lessons as well as music theory (recommended for students interested in pursuing a career in music).