Michael | Teacher #1078
About Michael
Michael is a trumpet teacher with over 35 years of performance experience, notably with the Israeli Brass Band. He offers trumpet lessons online and in the comfort of your home. His educational background includes a Master of Music Education from Vilnius Music Academy and a Bachelor of Music from Brest Music Academy. Fluent in English and Russian, Michael's teaching philosophy centers on building foundational skills through a step-by-step approach, ensuring a solid musical foundation. He focuses on efficient breathing techniques, proper use of lips and tongue, and creating the first notes initially with just the mouthpiece before moving on to the trumpet. Book an interview with Michael today.
Trumpet Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Theory (Advanced) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Blues
English Russian
Teaching Philosophy
In our trumpet lessons, we follow a carefully structured approach to ensure students build solid skills step by step. In the initial stage, we focus on developing efficient breathing techniques, which form the basis of strong trumpet playing. In the second stage, I dive into teaching the proper use of lips and tongue, critical for achieving clear and melodious tones. Moving on to the third stage, we begin the journey of creating the first notes. Surprisingly, this step starts without the trumpet itself, as students work with just the mouthpiece to master the foundational techniques. Once students successfully perform their first notes with the mouthpiece, we progress to the next level, which involves transitioning to using the trumpet. This methodical approach guarantees a robust foundation and allows students, whether kids or adults, to make steady progress in their trumpet-playing journey.
Musical Education
Vilnius Music Academy - Master of Music Education Brest Music Academy - Bachelor of Music
Awards and Distinctions
I have many references letters from my previous students.
Special Skills and Trainings
Over 35 years experience performing with the Israeli Brass Band
Lessons in your home
Michael is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Aurora, ON
- Richmond Hill, ON
- Toronto, ON
- Vaughan, ON
Lessons on an online platform
Michael 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:
Michael 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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