Private Trumpet Lessons in Westchester, NY
Private Lessons For Beginners to Advanced Students in Funk, Jazz, Rock, Pop & Beyond.
Whether you're picking up a trumpet for the first time or preparing for advanced auditions, our trumpet teacher provides personalized instruction in a professional studio environment. Located in Elmsford, NY, Lagond Music School specializes in contemporary styles like Jazz, Latin, Funk, R&B, Rock, and Pop — helping students of all ages develop their sound, skills, and confidence.
Chris Anderson
Trumpet | Sight-Reading & Music Theory
Chris tailors each lesson to your goals, whether you’re a beginner learning fundamentals, a student preparing for music school, or an experienced player looking to improve improvisation and performance skills. His teaching emphasizes both technical mastery and the joy of playing. Beyond teaching, Chris is an active performer who brings real-world experience from the stage into the classroom. His students benefit from his practical knowledge, professional insight, and supportive approach to learning.
What You’ll Learn
Proper breath control, embouchure, and tone production
Expanding range and building endurance
Developing a solid sense of rhythm and timing
Learning sight-reading and applied music theory
Exploring jazz, classical, and contemporary repertoire
Preparing for auditions, ensemble work, and live performance
What Students, Parents & College Professors Are Saying
"Enrolling my son at Lagond three years ago was one of the best decisions we have ever made. Thanks to all of you at Lagond, he is going to his dream school and will work with some of the most talented people in the university universe. We are very grateful for how you bore with us and guided us every step of the way."
– Parent
"I just wanted to say hello and also say how grateful I am to you and everyone at the school. I guess it just finally really hit me recently how incredible the education I got from Lagond was. I just want to say thank you so much and that there is no way I would be here today without the amazing education I received from Lagond."
– Student“I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the most incredible 4 weeks. I can't begin to explain how much the Lagond faculty and curriculum has enriched my life. I'm forever grateful for the instruction you both afford me. I feel inspired, and ready to take on the audition season!”
- Parent“I do think about Lagond and the profound impact it's had on my life all the time. You definitely helped place me in a position to excel as a musician in college, and I am so grateful for everything I've learned.”
– Student
“Thanks for all you do for the students and the music. Eugene speaks highly of his work with you and it's clear from how he plays that he was well prepared all the way around.”
– Eastman School of Music Professor
Ready to Book Your Lesson?
Get started with a trial session or contact us to learn more.
info@lagondmusic.org
(914) 345-0512
9 Haven St
Elmsford, NY 10523