Brass & Woodwind Private Lessons
Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, and Tuba
Hello from the Winds and Brass Department at the Community Music School! From learning your first notes to preparing for an audition or recital, we are here to help you reach your full potential and create a beautiful sound on your instrument. Brass and Woodwind lessons are generally suitable for students ages 10 and up. Students of all ages develop their sound by studying breath control, articulation and building a healthy embouchure. We encourage our brass and wind students to take advantage of our plentiful ensemble offerings geared towards developing musicality and performance experience. This program also provides support to students who are enrolled in a school band program or are looking to audition for a specialized music school.
How To Register
All private lesson registrations must be completed by phone or in-person. To schedule a trial lesson, re-enroll, or get help finding the right instructor, please call the registration desk at 718-622-3300.
Brass & Woodwind Faculty
The BKCM Brass & Woodwinds Department faculty is composed of highly experienced performers and educators who support students at every stage of musical development, from beginners to professional musicians.
Brass (Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, and Tuba)
Woodwinds (Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone)
Brass & Woodwind Department Resources
Renting or Purchasing an Instrument
It’s important to have a good working instrument that is of high quality. Student models are fine for beginners, although we recommend name brand instruments such as Yamaha, Bach, Eastman or Jupiter. If you have specific questions about where to find a quality instrument, please send an email to pablo.masis@bkcm.org. Here is a resource for renting instruments suitable for beginners through advanced. To purchase brass and woodwinds in person we recommend Josh Landress Brass, Dillon’s Music (NJ) and NYC Woodwind.
Joining an Ensemble
We have lots of ensembles to choose from as brass and wind students at BKCM. Check out all of our Brass, Woodwind and Flute ensembles for students ages 10-16 and our Jazz and Chamber Programs for ages 9 to adult.
All Private Lesson Offerings:
For guidance in finding an instructor or to register for a trial lesson, call the registration desk at 718-622-3300.