One of my favorite things to help people with is when they are searching for new tubas!  It's a big step and a large investment in buying your first tuba and own instrument, so you want to...

One of the first things I teach in Kindergarten is all about the steady beat.  By January, it’s time for me to talk about the beginnings of rhythm.  While I prefer to wait until...

Whether I’m working with kids, teens, or adults, as I’ve done for the past 10+ years, I always see a look of panic in the students’ eyes when they see their rhythms going up and...

When I go into high school concert bands to help and play my professional tuba, the first question I often get is:  Woah! How many valves do you have? It’s often followed up with more...

Tubas form the base of the band.  I've often said that a great tuba player will make any group sound instantly better.  People play more confidently and tune better when they've got...

You’re thinking about getting into the piano game, but you’re not sure what kind of commitment you’re making.  Maybe you’re a total beginner and wondering if it’s even possible for...