Gordon | Teacher #1969
About Gordon
Gordon is a dedicated trumpet teacher, offering advanced musical training online. Fluent in English and French, he teaches trumpet playing, music theory, ear training, composition, and more. Gordon is highly educated with classical and jazz studies from prestigious institutions such as the Royal Conservatory of Music and the University of Toronto. His teaching is deeply influenced by his extensive professional experience and advanced training with renowned trumpet masters. Gordon excels in fostering a deep love for music, emphasizing skill development and personal growth. His services are available exclusively online, ensuring accessibility and convenience. Book an interview with Gordon now to explore a comprehensive and enriching musical education!
Trumpet Ear Training Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation Composition Music Theory (Advanced) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons
Classical Jazz Pop Rock Latin Salsa Blues Broadway Musicals Gospel Reggae Rhythm and Blues Ska Funk Mariachi Baroque
English French
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching is focused on developing fundamental techniques that will allow you to play the music you love. Throughout the pandemic, I’ve been able to work with beginner, intermediate, and advanced students, and have developed new strategies to best utilize this method. My 25 years of teaching have shown me that there are many styles of learning; it's my job to help you on your musical way in the way that works best for you. During our lessons, we'll expand range and endurance, develop tone and articulation, phrasing, and musicianship. We can work on any repertoire, prepare for exams and auditions, as well as improvisation and composition. We'll also explore the many styles of trumpet playing found around the world, through playing and listening. Lessons which balance new challenges and having fun help students to develop a love of making music that can last a lifetime, and that's what I wish for all my students. I am proud to have a diverse studio featuring beginners, amateur players, and professional musicians of all backgrounds and styles, from age 5 to 75. I have experience teaching those with physical and intellectual disabilities.
Musical Education
I completed classical and jazz studies at the Royal Conservatory of Music, University of Toronto, York University, the Vancouver Creative Music Institute, and at the Banff Centre for the Arts. I did 10 years of advanced trumpet studies in New York with master teacher Laurie Frink, the foremost exponent of Carmine Caruso's universally effective method.
Awards and Distinctions
Canada Council for the Arts: Grants to Professional Musicians 2012, 2011, 2005; Travel Grants 2005, 2004; Touring 2012, 2010 François-Marcaurelle Prize, for Best Performance at L’Off festival de jazz de Montréal 2007 &2012 Opus Prize (awarded by the Conceil québecois de la musique) 2007-2008 Gala de l’Alternative Musicale Indépendante du Québec (GAMIQ) 2008 Residencies: Trading Places, Western Front, Vancouver BC: 6 performances & 2 workshops, 2017 Artist-in-Residence, Something Else! Festiva, Hamilton ON, 2015 Québec Studio, New York City, summer & fall 2014 Banff Centre, Banff AB, winter 2005
Special Skills and Trainings
I offer a wealth of experience to my students, both as a teacher and as a very experienced performer. My professional career goes back to the mid 1990's, and has brought me to clubs, concert halls, churches across North America. I've played on 80 albums, worked as a radio host, ran a music venue, and directed the Festival of New Trumpet Music Canada. I am happy to share my knowledge and experience with my students, so that music can grow in their lives. For 10 years I traveled to New York City to study with master teacher Laurie Frink. She was the foremost exponent of Carmine Caruso's method, and she was a very gifted teacher with students from all around the world. The method has been a crucial part of my development as a trumpet player, and I took Laurie's teachings to heart. She demonstrated that a teacher is more than a collection of knowledge with great technique; a teacher is only fulfilled when their students grow and evolve as players and musicians. I use Caruso's and Laurie's teachings as well as those that I'm always interested in developing myself, as they meet the needs of my students.
Lessons on an online platform
Gordon can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Gordon is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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