What Will You Learn?
Technique
Whether you are a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, I can help you develop proper embouchure, breath support, and overall technique to excel in playing the trombone.
Repertoire
Explore a wide range of musical styles and develop your repertoire, from classical to jazz, to build a strong foundation and versatile skills as a trombonist.
Music Theory
Understand the fundamental principles of music theory and how they apply to trombone playing, including reading music, scales, and chord progressions.
Performance
Gain confidence and stage presence through performance opportunities, and learn how to interpret and express musical pieces effectively on the trombone.
Meet the Owner & Instructor
Hello, my name is Dante Valtorta. I have been playing trombone for 20 years, and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Newberry College. Throughout my musical journey, I have performed in jazz bands, marching bands, and Wind Ensembles, both within and outside the school system.
I teach private trombone and voice lessons for beginner to intermediate levels in my home studio or online. Lessons are taught during the week at my house in Forty Love Point in Chapin, SC anytime from 3pm to 7pm. I can also conduct lessons online using Zoom. During private lessons we cover anything from basic warmup/warmup exercises to scales to various pieces of music at these levels. I also go over ear training exercises with all of my students, which include handclapping exercises, mouthpiece buzzing, and exercises with the entire trombone.
Hear samples of Dante playing trombone and singing on buzzsprout
Here is the link to the song "Bella, Ciao," Dante's podcast entitled Dante's Music.
"Bella, Ciao - Italian Folk Song":
Reviews & Recommendations
As a trombone instructor, I am dedicated to providing high-quality lessons to students of all levels. I specialize in jazz, classical, and contemporary styles. My goal is to inspire and guide students to reach their full potential as trombone players. With years of experience in teaching and performing, I bring a unique blend of expertise and passion to each lesson.