Private Instruction & Reed Consultation

Personalized instruction for students of all levels focused on:
tone • technique • musicianship • confidence

All bassoon lessons and reed consultations are currently offered in person in the Columbus, Ohio area.

Why Study with Me?

With a background in both performance and composition, I try to bring a well-rounded and thoughtful approach to bassoon instruction. Lessons are designed to meet students where they are — whether building foundational skills, preparing for auditions, or refining advanced musicianship.

Students can expect focused instruction in:

  • tone development
  • technique and articulation
  • musical interpretation
  • ensemble preparation
  • practice habits and confidence-building

As Principal Bassoonist of the Westerville Concert Band and Westerville Wind Ensemble, I combine real-world performance experience with a supportive and personalized teaching style that encourages long-term growth and enjoyment of music.

Pricing

30-Minute Lesson

$30

Typically this 30 minute session is geared towards younger musicians and/or beginners. We focus on embouchure and basic techniques, music theory, proper note fingerings, scales, and beginner level music. This is a great way for students to get comfortable with their instrument. Students must come prepared with a bassoon, reed, and pencil.

60-Minute Lesson

$50

This 60 minute session is designed for more advanced bassoonists who have been playing for at least a year. During these lessons we focus on more critical and advanced techniques, solos & etudes, sight reading, current repertoire, and more. Students should be comfortable with their instrument at this stage.

Reed Making Consultation

$65

Whether you’re learning to build reeds from scratch or looking to improve consistency, response, intonation, and tone, this one-hour consultation provides personalized guidance tailored to your playing and reed-making goals. Students are encouraged to bring their own reed-making tools and materials; however, if you’re just getting started or don’t yet have the necessary supplies, don’t worry—I have tools and materials available for use during the lesson and can help you choose the right equipment for your own setup.

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Studio Policies

  • Lessons take place at a private residence in Westerville, Ohio; Only In-person lessons are offered at this time.
  • Parents/guardians are welcome to attend the lesson
  • 24-hour cancellation policy
  • Payment is due at booking
  • Student is responsible for bringing instruments + music
  • Bring your reed-making supplies if available. If you don’t have them yet, tools and materials will be available for use during the lesson, and I’ll be happy to recommend supplies for your own setup.