Brass Department

The Brookline Music School Brass Department includes trumpet, trombone, euphonium/baritone, tuba, and french horn.

Ages

All brass instruments require physical size and stamina, and as a result, we recommend starting at the age 9. If a student younger than age 9 shows an affinity for an instrument in the brass family, we suggest starting with piano, which will provide a strong musical foundation that can easily be applied to the study of a brass instrument when the student is older. If a young musician particularly enjoys the feeling of producing sound by blowing air through an instrument, flute or recorder (Woodwinds Department) might be an appealing alternative.

Requirements

All students will need an instrument for home practice between lessons.

Ages 9+

About Private Lessons

Brookline Music School is committed to ensuring that students of all ages and abilities have a positive private lesson experience. Students are individually placed with a teacher based on learning style, experience, and musical interests.

Private lesson students also receive the benefit of multiple opportunities to perform in recitals, salons, exclusive departmental events, workshops, and masterclasses.

Enrollment is open year-round so students may begin private lesson study at any time, including during the summer.

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To start the Private Lesson enrollment process, call the office (617) 277-4593 or fill out our Private Lessons Inquiry Form

Brass Faculty

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Tom Halter
  • Trumpet ⋄
  • Tuba
Tom Halter
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Anne Howarth
  • French Horn
Anne Howarth
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Russell Jewell
  • Trombone ⋄
  • Trumpet ⋄
  • Tuba ⋄
  • Baritone/Euphonium
Russell Jewell

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Studio Class

Studio classes foster community and comradery among students who are studying with the same teacher. During studio classes, participants have the chance to practice performing for one another, to share their process on specific musical projects, and to offer feedback and encouragement to their peers, in a supportive environment.

Schedule & Calendars

Enrollment is open year-round so students may begin private lesson study at any time, including during the summer.

2018-2019 Private Lesson Tuition Info

Length Per Term (16 weeks) Full Year (32 weeks) Per Lesson
30 minutes $816.00 $1,632.00 $51.00
45 minutes $1,152.00 $2,304.00 $72.00
60 minutes $1,488.00 $2,976.00 $93.00
  • · New students may register on a rolling basis (depending on availability) after the start of a term
  • · Tuition will be prorated based on the number of lessons left in the term
  • · Students registered for classes in Fall Term are automatically reenrolled in Spring Term
  • · For info on shared lessons, please contact the office at info@bmsmusic.org or 617-277-4593
  • Term - 16 weeks
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  • Year - 32 weeks

Enroll Today

Talk to Greg Tolwinski, Director of Education at (617) 277-4593 or fill out our Private Lessons Inquiry Form

Fees & Aid
  • There is a once-yearly non-refundable $35 registration fee per student ($50 per family).
  • There is a $20 fee per term for payment plans.
  • No registration fee is charged for summer study.

2019-2020 Policies

BMS is committed to removing any financial barriers. Tuition assistance is available.

Contact Us

Since 1924, Brookline Music School has provided excellence in music education to the greater Boston community. Call now to join the tradition.

Brookline Music School welcomes students of all ages and ability. Enrollment is open year-round so students may begin private lesson study at any time (including the summer).

Office Hours

  • Monday - 9:00am to 9:00pm
  • Tuesday - 9:00am to 9:00pm
  • Wednesday - 9:00am to 9:00pm
  • Thursday - 9:00am to 9:00pm
  • Friday - 9:00am to 5:30pm
  • Saturday - 8:00am to 4:00pm
  • Sunday - 9:00am to 2:00pm