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Trumpet Lessons in East Village

Private trumpet lessons with professional NYC trumpeters, right in your East Village home.

Kids & adults. All levels.

Range & endurance Tone & intonation Jazz & improvisation Band & orchestra music Jazz trumpet in East Village At-home lessons in Manhattan
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What you'll learn

A complete trumpeter,
your way.

Every lesson combines tone, technique, and the music you care about.

Your teacher

Musicians who
perform for a living.

All of our teachers hold advanced degrees in music and bring years of performance experience to every lesson. No textbook teachers.

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Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Your path

From first notes to
full range.

Pick your direction. We'll build the chops.

Orchestra, solo, and brass ensemble literature.

Skills
  • Embouchure & air
  • Basic range (G4–C5)
  • Simple scales
  • Reading notation
Repertoire
  • Rubank method
  • Simple folk songs
  • Method book pieces
  • Easy duets
Skills
  • All 12 major scales
  • Extended range (F5+)
  • Étude work
  • Orchestral intro
Repertoire
  • Arban's Method
  • Charlier Études
  • Haydn Concerto (intro)
  • Hummel Concerto (intro)
Skills
  • Full professional range
  • Concerto performance
  • Orchestral audition prep
  • Chamber music
Repertoire
  • Haydn Concerto
  • Hummel Concerto
  • Honegger Intrada
  • Arutunian Concerto

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Pick the plan that fits.

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Membership
Starting at
$99 / month

The ClassPass-style membership for music.

Recurring studio lessons in NYC + unlimited access to group classes and workshops. Lower per-lesson cost than packages.

Hobby
Bi-weekly 45-min
$99/mo annual
$149/mo monthly
Pro Best value
Weekly 45-min + groups
$199/mo annual
$249/mo monthly
Elite
Weekly 60-min + rental
$249/mo annual
$299/mo monthly
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Packages
Starting at
$50 / lesson

Private 1-on-1 lessons.

Buy 4 or 10 credits at a time. Use at your pace. Same teacher every time. Credits roll forward.

Studio pricing · per lesson
30 minutes
Great for kids & quick lessons
from $50
$65 single · $50 w/ 10-pack
45 minutes Popular
Most students start here
from $65
$80 single · $65 w/ 10-pack
60 minutes
Deep practice & prep
from $80
$95 single · $80 w/ 10-pack
At-home lessons from $75/30 min · Westchester from $95/30 min. Full price list
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Not sure which fits? Book a $15 trial and we'll help you choose.

Prices shown are for NYC studio lessons and are subject to our terms of service.

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Need a trumpet? Rent one from us.

Rent a quality trumpet from our studio. First lesson free. Try before you buy.

Rated 5 stars by
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"I went from zero to playing my favorite songs in 6 months. My teacher meets me exactly where I am."
Sarah J. · Trumpet · Manhattan
"At-home lessons were a game-changer. My daughter literally counts down the days until Wednesday."
Michael T. · Trumpet · Westchester
"The personalized approach is incredible. I can play things I never imagined I could."
Jessica K. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
"Evening lessons fit my schedule and I finally have the creative outlet I've always wanted."
Linda P. · Trumpet · Queens
"Six months in and my skills have transformed. The quality of instruction is outstanding."
Emily K. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
"My teacher turned what felt intimidating into something exciting. I leave every lesson inspired."
David R. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
"I went from zero to playing my favorite songs in 6 months. My teacher meets me exactly where I am."
Sarah J. · Trumpet · Manhattan
"At-home lessons were a game-changer. My daughter literally counts down the days until Wednesday."
Michael T. · Trumpet · Westchester
"The personalized approach is incredible. I can play things I never imagined I could."
Jessica K. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
"Evening lessons fit my schedule and I finally have the creative outlet I've always wanted."
Linda P. · Trumpet · Queens
"Six months in and my skills have transformed. The quality of instruction is outstanding."
Emily K. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
"My teacher turned what felt intimidating into something exciting. I leave every lesson inspired."
David R. · Trumpet · Brooklyn
Common questions

Your Trumpet questions, answered.

Do I need my own trumpet?

Yes — consistent practice requires your own instrument. A quality student trumpet is fine to start.

What age can kids start?

Typically age 9+, once front teeth are stable and lung capacity is sufficient.

Are online trumpet lessons effective?

Yes — we use high-quality audio setups to catch tone nuances, plus shared-screen for music.

How much are trumpet lessons in East Village?

In-home trumpet lessons in East Village start at $75 for 30 minutes. Studio and online lessons start at $50. We also offer memberships from $99/month for students who want weekly lessons.

Do your teachers travel to East Village?

Yes! Our trumpet teachers travel directly to your East Village home for every lesson. You can also choose online lessons if that's more convenient. Same teacher, same time each week.

Can I start trumpet as a complete beginner in East Village?

Absolutely. Many of our East Village students start with zero experience. Your teacher will build a custom plan starting with the basics, and you'll be playing music you enjoy within the first few weeks.

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Our Locations

Home lessons & studio options

📍 Soho - by Prince Street

📍 Bed-Stuy - by the J/M/Z Myrtle Ave

📍 Bushwick - by the Wilson Ave L

📍 Crown Heights - by the Utica Ave A/C

📍 Prospect Heights - by Botanic Garden

📍 Greenpoint - by Greenpoint Ave G

📍 Upper East Side - by the 96th St 6

📍 Upper West Side - by the 1/2/3 96th St

📍 Financial District - by Wall St

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What to expect from trumpet lessons in East Village

Kalman Music offers Trumpet Lessons New York City designed to help musicians develop technical proficiency, tone control, and expressive performance skills. Lessons provide structured instruction that balances technical training with musical creativity, allowing students to build confidence while performing across a variety of styles. From foundational exercises to advanced repertoire, each session is adapted to the student’s goals and abilities.

Instruction emphasizes essential trumpet techniques, including breath support, embouchure, finger agility, articulation, and phrasing. Students develop the ability to produce a clear, strong tone and execute precise rhythms, while also expressing emotion and musical nuance. By combining technical exercises with applied performance, Kalman Music ensures students grow both skillfully and musically.

Kalman Music emphasizes musical intuition alongside technical mastery. Students refine tone, dynamics, articulation, and expressive phrasing while practicing sight-reading, rhythm exercises, and ear training. These skills are crucial for live performances, recording sessions, and ensemble playing, helping students develop a distinct and confident musical voice.

Private and group lessons are available to accommodate different learning preferences. Private sessions provide one-on-one instruction with personalized feedback and focused improvement, while group classes encourage ensemble playing, collaboration, and real-time musical interaction. Both formats emphasize applied practice, constructive feedback, and active engagement, fostering a supportive and inspiring learning environment.

Kalman Music’s Trumpet Lessons New York City and Best Trumpet Classes NYC are designed to enhance technical skill, musicality, and performance confidence. Lessons balance structured practice with creative exploration, ensuring steady progress while maintaining enjoyment in the learning process. Each session encourages the development of a personal musical style, providing a solid foundation for both aspiring professionals and passionate enthusiasts.

Why families trust Kalman Music for trumpet lessons in East Village?

Kalman Music provides an inspiring and supportive environment for trumpet players of all levels. Lessons focus on skill development, expressive performance, and practical application, equipping students to perform with confidence in any setting. With Best Trumpet Classes NYC, musicians experience meaningful growth while cultivating their unique musical voice, making Kalman Music the ideal choice for dedicated and passionate trumpet players.

Learning Trumpet in East Village

East Village has a music scene all its own, and learning trumpet here means tapping into that energy firsthand. The East Village wrote the playbook for punk, new wave, and downtown jazz. Our trumpeters bring real-world jazz experience to your living room.

Nearby: Webster Hall / Nublu · L to First Avenue or 6 to Astor Place

Trumpet Lessons Teachers Serving East Village

Explore your musical potential with trumpet lessons in East Village. Perfect for kids, teens, and adults—book now.

Near Tompkins Square Park, St. Mark's Place, and the 1 Av (L) and 2 Av (F) subway stops in East Village.

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