Welcome, friends!

If you’ve known me for a long time, you probably identify with me most as a trombonist or brass teacher, and for good reason - I’ve spent the better part of twenty years doing this work in one form or another. I have worked with students of all ages in one-on-one and group lesson settings, master classes, clinics, and ensemble sectionals and chamber music coachings. This is still my primary work and I can’t wait to dive in each day!

In the spirit of growth and change, I recently added a new role to my professional life - career coach! Many people scratch their heads when this topic comes up in conversation, and over time, I hope to clarify what a coach does (and doesn’t do.)

At my core, I believe that I was put here on earth to help others. No matter what challenges you may currently be facing, I believe that we are wired for community, and one-on-one relationships are a great place to start. You don’t have to do this alone, and I am here to help!

Musician

I believe that a healthy career is a varied one.

Teacher

I strive to give my students the tools to become their own best teacher.

Coach

I help others, outside of my music studio, on their professional journey to see things through a new lens.

MEDIA

Check out this 2021 interview on The Musician’s Guide podcast with Karen Cubides. Karen is a GREAT partner and I appreciate her so much!

Thanks to Sean Reusch for featuring me at An Artist’s Corner on his website, trombone101.com.

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Best game day seat in the stadium! Live streaming pregame and halftime for @astatebands again this year. I’ve been in some really nice college football stadiums but I’m partial to this one for sure. Gonna be a good game against Grambling
Enjoyed the opportunity to talk about effective practice strategies with some of our music students this morning! #packpractice @astatemusic @astatetrombones
Every time I’m mean to myself, I try to remember who I’m talking to…me. #selfcaresunday #benicetoyourself
Trombonists and other brass friends, we’re hosting a new event this year called the Brass Fest and it’s going to be a fun day! Check out the flyer for more info on guest artists and registration. Hope to see you there! #astatemusic #bruc
Water from the AC unit dripping all day long every day on the electric meter and box. Can we not reroute the drain pipe, folks? I’m not an HVAC guy or an electrical guy, but….
Burger time! Homemade is better. Mustard, lettuce, tomato. Toast your bun. Worcestershire sauce, black pepper. Let your meat rest for 15-20 minutes while the cast iron gets hot. Thick patties need 4-5 minutes per side. Flip twice. Add Kraft Americ
Hey @jonacuff thanks for writing this book for me. “My life is dope….”
Insomnia strikes again.
Holy crap, this fixture took way too long to get mounted! Older fluorescent style fixtures used to be mounted, then wired. This one wanted me to wire first, tuck into the junction box, THEN mount to ceiling!! Unless you have three arms, you’d
Want a jumpstart on the beginning of your year? Worried about All-Region music or a marching band solo? Let’s schedule a lesson to help out. Rates are reasonable, schedule is flexible, in person or via Zoom. Sign up today! #trombonelessons #bru