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Welcome to my page. I am David Paradi, I am a trombone player from Hungary based in the Netherlands. I obtained my Master degree in Trombone Performance at Codarts University of Arts in Rotterdam. Currently, I am living in the Netherlands collaborating with different kind of freelancer based projects, as well as teaching.

Whether you’re picking up the trombone for the first time or looking to refine your skills as an advanced player, you’ve come to the right place! I offer personalized trombone lessons designed to meet you where you are in your musical journey. From foundational techniques like working on sound quality and slide coordination to more advanced concepts such as technical studies and repertoire, each lesson will be tailored to your goals and interests.

As we work together, you'll build strong fundamentals, expand your musical vocabulary, and gain the confidence to perform and express yourself through the trombone. No matter your age or experience level, every step forward is an exciting achievement. Let’s make music, have fun, and unlock your full trombone potential!
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About Me
Dávid is a Hungarian tenor trombone player based in the Netherlands. He obtained his
Master of Music degree in Classical Trombone performance at Codarts University of
the Arts, Rotterdam in 2019, under the tutelage of Alexander Verbeek and Brandt
Attema.

He has always been an active performer throughout Europe. He has performed with
Rotterdams Philharmonisch Orkest as an academist trombone player during the
season 2018-2019. He performed at the Slide Factory trombone festival in 2019 with
the Codarts Trombone Ensemble. During his bachelor studies in Hungary, he joined
the Moscow Ballet Theatre Orchestra and had a one-month tour in the United Kingdom
in 2018. He was also an additional trombone player at Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and had a tour in China for one month in 2017. In the same year, he had tour performances with St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre Orchestra in France. In addition, he collaborated with Budapest Operetta Theatre in Italy in 2016 on a concert tour.

Currently, he is performing with several orchestras in the Netherlands, such as Nationaal Symfonisch Kamerorkest, Laurens Orkest, Holland Symfonie Orkest, RBO Sinfonia, Brabant Sinfonia and Het Promenade Orkest.

Besides active performing, he also won several competitions, such as 2nd Prize from International Brass and Percussion Competition in Debrecen; Special Jury Prize and 3rd Prize from the Corpus Trombone Quartet
Competition in Budapest.
Education
Codarts Rotterdam - Master of Music in Trombone Performance
Professor: Alexander Verbeek and Brandt Attema

University of Debrecen, Faculty of Music - Bachelor of Arts in Music (Classical Trombone Diploma)
Professor: Robert Kaip
Experience / Qualifications
Teaching Classical Trombone

As a mentor, Dávid has been involving in Classical music education for several years, beginning by giving
trombone workshop at his hometown Tiszafüred and later on coaching secondary students during his Bachelor
studies at University of Debrecen Faculty of Music. He was invited as a guest teacher to Hong Kong for giving workshops and coaching brass sections in HKUGA College and Pui Ching Middle School.
Since age 10, he played in the local Wind band in Tiszafüred as a trombonist and euphonium player for 9 years.
Therefore, he has a thorough knowledge in different kinds of brass instruments methodology which he could give
effective advices for developing any level of brass playing.

Teaching in Jazz, Folk, Brass band and Pop Styles

Apart from classical music, Dávid has also experience in different genres playing, including jazz, folk, brass band and pop.

Jazz: During his studies in Bachelor, he was part of Debrecen Big Band as a lead trombonist. The Big Band has been collaborating with famous jazz artists performing jazz, blues, funk, pop and fusion. With this knowledge, he can distinguish different kinds of playing techniques of particular styles.

Folk: Furthermore, he was a tenor-horn player in a folk band based in Miskolc, Hungary, which was his first experience in folk music playing in brass instruments. During his Master studies, he wrote his artistic research about the Hungarian folk-derived elements in contemporary music.

Pop: His interest in pop music was first inspired while playing in Debrecen Big Band that mentioned above.
Moreover, he was taking Creative Producing as Minor subject at the pop department in Codarts Rotterdam, thus he has knowledge about how to shape sounds including pop elements with different kinds of Digital Audio Workstations.

Brass band: From 2023 he is in collaboration with SKVR in Rotterdam as a trombone teacher for the brass band department. This all-art institution working together with freelancer artists, providing classes according to interest
in diverse areas of art from poetry to music and dance.
With the brass band school he travelled to the Antilles (Aruba and Curacao) for leading classes as well as performing throughout the islands.
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Children (7-12 years old)
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Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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30 minutes
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The class is taught in
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Dutch
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Book your spot and let ́s have fun together!

By the way, I'm Luís! Trumpetist, trumpet teacher and conductor. Former master student from Codarts - Rotterdam with the trumpet teachers Andre Heuvelman, Giuliano Sommerhalder and Jeroen Schippers. Currently studying Wind Band conducting with Arjan Tien at Conservatorium van Amsterdam.
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As a new instructor, I am excited to share my passion for the trumpet with you! My lessons are personalized to meet your individual needs and goals, whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player. Together, we will build a strong foundation of technique, tone production, music theory, and more. Join me for engaging and enjoyable lessons as we unlock your trumpet playing potential. Enroll now and let’s make some beautiful music together!
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The trombone, trumpet or piano seem hard instruments to learn, but with the right approach it's a fun and enjoyable process filled with small tasks that will make you improve and have fun at the same time.
The same goes with music theory and composition; the classes are structured in a way that you wont feel overwhelmed with too much information because the goals and method will be set based on your level and needs.

All offered classes are available for students of every age and level, the only thing you need is to make the first step by signing in and we will make a plan together after we have met.
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Hello! My name is Andrew Macleod, I am a Trombone and brass teacher from Scotland! I am here to help you sing and find your voice through the trombone.

My lessons will include:

- Holistic Warm-up
- Scales and Technique
- Repertoire of your musical preference
- Duets

Together we will develop and discuss your musical and personal goals to create a curriculum tailored to you! Everyone’s musical journey is unique and so too are our lessons.

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My name is Miguel Valles and I am a trumpet player and music educator based in Den Haag with a Master’s degree in Classical and Contemporary Music from the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague, as well as a Bachelor’s degree from ESMUC (Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya) in Barcelona.

As a performer, I have collaborated with several prominent orchestras such as Het Balletorkest, , Residentie Orkest , NJO Orkest , NASKA . Alongside my performance experience, I have developed a strong passion for teaching. I have worked as a trumpet teacher at Hamelin-Laie International School, Gras i Soler School, and Esplugues del Llobregat Music School in Barcelona, where I taught students of different ages and skill levels.

I am fluent in both English and spanish, and I am currently studying Dutch. My teaching approach is focused on developing both technical skills and musical expression in an engaging and student-centered environment.
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