Instrument lessons
Beginner and intermediate instruction, with advanced trumpet as a specialty. School ensemble music and personal goals are welcome.
Lessons · Bakersfield & online
Private music lessons in Bakersfield.
Weekly private lessons in trumpet and brass, beginning woodwinds, piano, and music theory, with advanced trumpet as a specialty. At the Bakersfield home studio or online.
What you can study.
Theory & auditions
AP Music Theory, music tutoring, and preparation for honor ensembles, youth orchestras, and college auditions.
Taught by Brent Williams, CSU Bakersfield applied trumpet faculty, teaching private students since 2012. His students have earned places in All-State honor ensembles and regional youth symphonies. About Brent →
Tuition.
A dedicated weekly lesson and an individual practice plan.
30 minutes
$50 / lesson
For beginning musicians building fundamentals and practice habits.
Most popular
45 minutes
$75 / lesson
For progressing musicians covering technique, solos, and ensemble music.
60 minutes
$100 / lesson
For advanced trumpet study, audition preparation, and in-depth repertoire.
Lessons recur weekly. Monthly tuition is billed in advance for the number of lessons scheduled that month and is due on the first.
From students & families.
Excerpts from reviews on Google.
★★★★★
“They improved so much and loved going to their lessons. He teaches them to love music as well as skill.”
★★★★★
“His encouragement and passion have helped our son grow, challenge himself, and reach new levels.”
★★★★★
“He is incredibly talented, patient, and passionate about music. He makes learning fun and enjoyable, and we couldn’t be happier.”
★★★★★
“He breaks things down in a simple and yet understandable way”
Policies & questions.
Lessons take place at the private home studio in southwest Bakersfield (address shared after booking) or online. Parents and guardians are welcome to observe at any time.
Students provide their own clean, fully functional instrument and accessories, such as reeds, valve oil, slide grease, and swabs. Brent provides guidance on method books, sheet music, and learning resources.
The curriculum is flexible and welcomes student-requested repertoire. Individual practice plans are tailored to each student, with active work between lessons expected.
Monthly tuition is billed in advance based on the number of lessons scheduled that month and is due in full on the first. A $20 late fee applies if tuition is not paid within the first seven days.
Cash and Zelle are accepted. Billing notifications come through My Music Staff.
At least 24 hours' notice is required for student cancellations to qualify for a makeup lesson or schedule adjustment. Instructor cancellations are credited toward the following month's tuition.
A student more than 15 minutes late may forfeit the lesson without a refund or makeup credit. Please stay home when ill and contact Brent in advance.
Lessons follow an academic-year calendar. Winter recess, Thanksgiving week, and spring break closures are announced through My Music Staff.
Withdrawal requires at least 30 days' written notice. Tuition for the final 30-day period is nonrefundable.
My Music Staff manages communications, reminders, lesson notes, and billing notifications. Please keep your contact details up to date in the portal.
For everyone's safety, the studio is monitored by a home security system. The studio is insured through Insurance Canopy for general professional and business liability. AI-generated lesson notes (Gemini) stay within the studio and are not shared.
Is my instrument and experience level a good fit?
Brent offers beginner and intermediate instruction, with advanced trumpet as a specialty. If you’re unsure, share your instrument, experience, and goals through the inquiry form before booking.
What should I bring to a trial?
Your instrument and accessories, any music you’re working on, and a few ideas about what you’d like to learn. If you don’t have an instrument yet, ask Brent before booking.
What do I need for an online lesson?
Choose online in the trial registration’s Lesson format field, and have your instrument, a device with a camera and microphone, and a stable internet connection ready.
What if I need to cancel my trial?
Trial lessons are refundable when canceled at least 24 hours in advance. Cancellations with less notice are nonrefundable.
These policies summarize the Student–Parent Agreement provided during enrollment.
Ask about lessons.
Share your instrument, experience level, goals, home-studio or online preference, preferred lesson length, and general availability. Include any audition or theory deadline.
Current students & parents
Scheduling, lesson notes, and billing live in the My Music Staff portal. Login help