I am an 8th grade trumpet player with a strong, clear tone and growing confidence in playing an upper range. I read music well, play with accurate rhythm, and use dynamics to add expression to the trumpet sound.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Band (as an 8th Grader)
St. Pius High School
08.2024 - Current
I am learning how to produce a rich, consistent sound using proper breath support and embouchure control.
Junior Orchestra
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program
08.2024 - Current
I am working on using correct playing posture and deep, controlled breathing.
Advanced Band
James Monroe Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Learned to read complex rhythms, key signatures, and time signatures with accuracy.
Junior Orchestra
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program
08.2023 - 04.2024
Through regular practices and rehearsals, I enhanced my technical skills on the trumpet, including tone quality, intonation, and articulation.
Intermediate Band
James Monroe Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Played trumpet and percussion in band class and concerts.
Junior Band
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program
01.2023 - 04.2023
Being part of the Junior Band required commitment to regular practice and attendance. It taught me time management and accountability.
Beginning Band
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Studied and practiced reading music notes and rhythms in order to know how to play the trumpet.
Skills
Ensemble Performance-Playing in sync with a large group, following a conductor, and understanding orchestral dynamics in the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program for two years
Range Development – Playing comfortably in middle and beginning upper ranges
Note Reading – Recognizing notes and key signatures with confidence
Dynamics- Playing both loud and soft passages expressively
Middle School Band Director, High School Drama Director at Manitowoc Lutheran High SchoolMiddle School Band Director, High School Drama Director at Manitowoc Lutheran High School
Assistant Band Director/Elementary Music Teacher at Granger School (Granger ISD)Assistant Band Director/Elementary Music Teacher at Granger School (Granger ISD)