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As a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, I teach a combination of performance and musicianship. Playing multiple instruments, I have over thirty-five years of professional musical experience, performing all over the world. I’m excited to share my passion and deep knowledge of music with committed and talented students.
谢谢 ( thanks ) – Chris
www.TrumpetMonk.com
I teach the following:
Trumpet
Guitar
Beginning Piano
Music Theory
Enjoy Learning:
Chris on Jazz Trumpet - (2024)
Gavotte
Chris on Classical Guitar - (2005)
Vincent
Chris on Guitar and Vocals
Scott Sawyer on lead Guitar - (2005)
What I Offer
Study Topics
- In-Person lessons in my advanced recording studio
- Zoom lessons - optional anytime you prefer
- Playing great fun pieces and etudes
- Musical foundation and expression
- Music theory and harmonic analysis
- Thorough grounding in classical music
- Fun facts about classical and jazz
- Music Technology - I specialize in high tech tools
- Custom-built practice app for students
- Online Music Collaborations
- Online Music Studio Recording via DAW
- Publishing your music for friends and family
- Supportive online musical community
Featured Song
Study Music and Collaborate
Experience my unique guitar program:
As a multi-instrumentalist, I sometimes enjoy taking a break from performing and teaching trumpet, and often switch to teaching classical and jazz guitar.
My focus is not winning competitions through speed or flashy technique but rather connecting to the soul through music.
Chris on Jazz Guitar and Vocals
Zendo Studio - (2025)
My journey from a pro musician
in China into a spiritual monk
Chris on Guitar / Backup Vocals
Uklub - Shenzhen, China - (2010)
Studio Policies
- Weekly lessons - minimum one lesson per week
- All lessons are one hour long
- $50 per lesson
- In Person Lessons - parent / adult must be present if student is under 18 years old
- Zoom Lessons - parent / adult not required to be present during online lessons
- Weekly lesson payment subscription required
- Weekly lesson payment subscription can be cancelled at any time
- Automated recurring payments clarify level of commitment
- Easy automated online payments allow us to keep focused on music studies
Featured Samples
Invention 13 - J.S. Bach - BWV 784
Chris on Classical Guitar - (2005)
Chris on Jazz Trumpet - (2023)
Chris on Blues Organ / Vocals
Uklub - Shenzhen, China - (2011)
Cancellation and Makeup
- Please give me 48 hours notice for any unexpected cancellation
- Your automated lesson payment is non-refundable but you can schedule a makeup
- Your makeup lesson must be scheduled within 10 days
- You are responsible for scheduling any makeup lessons
- All makeup lessons will be online via Zoom
- For planned vacations, medical time off, or other extended absences, we can pause the automated lesson payments
Chris on Bass / Singing Soul
Shenzhen, China - (2012)
Beijing pro studio recording:
China Blues - Original Beijing Band
Chris - Lead Guitar
Xiao Feng - Rhythm Guitar and Vocals:
Memories from a decade of music in mainland China:
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