Take private brass instrumental lessons with band teacher, Michael Kessler.
 
Michael Kessler (brass: trumpet, trombone, baritone horn, French horn etc.)
Michael Kessler is an Instrumental Music Teacher for Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) where he is currently assigned to three elementary schools where he teaches beginning Band and Orchestra to grades 4, 5, & 6. Mr. Kessler believes that everyone has musical ability in them even if they are not aware of it, and that they are capable of learning music and an instrument with a little dedication and hard work. Mr. Kessler earned his Bachelor of Science in Music Education (2006) and a Master in Music Performance (2013) from Towson University. He currently holds an Advanced Teaching Certificate from Maryland State Department of Education.
 
In addition to teaching for PGCPS Mr. Kessler maintains a private lesson studio. As part of that studio he previously taught private brass instrument lessons at the Music and Arts Center in Bowie (2014-2020) and at St. Anne’s School of Annapolis (2007-2011). In addition to teaching Mr. Kessler was the Principal Trumpet of the Londontowne Symphony Orchestra (2009-2016) and a member of the Anne Arundel Community College Band and Orchestra (2008-2010).
 
Price & Times available:
 
Each 30 minute lesson is $35.
 
Schedule one lesson at a time, a series of 4 or on-going lessons.
 
Michael's availability varies as he is in high demand. As of August 8th, he has availability on Tuesdays (3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00). Availability may change depending on current bookings. All times are Eastern Standard/Daylight time zones.
 
How it works:
Purchase a number of classes and leave your preferred times and dates in the notes on the shopping cart page. Someone will be in touch about whether your preferred times and dates are still available. If we cannot agree on availability, your class fees will be refunded in full.
 
Michael or an Art Play Learn representative will send you a link or connection instructions the day of your lesson. 
 
What you need:
device ( computer/ tablet/ phone) that connects to the internet with strong consistent signal with a camera and a microphone
a place where you have more light in front of your face than behind you
a place where there will not be a lot of background noise
instrument
music stand
sheet music/ book