David Balandrin

Current position: Horn, The United States Air Force Band, Washington, D.C. I perform as a member of the concert band and orchestra, as well as with the Ceremonial Brass and Blue 82 Brass Quintet.

Education: Master of Music in French Horn Performance, Boston University; Honors Bachelor of Music in French Horn Performance, University of Utah.

I have taught privately since 2007. My students have ranged in age from five to sixty, and in ability from beginners to college-level musicians. Prior to winning my audition as a military bandsman, I worked as a state-licensed instructor teaching brass instruments (French horn, trumpet, and trombone) in the Cambridge Public Schools (Cambridge, MA).

I love teaching and helping my students to achieve their goals!

I have played the French horn for over 15 years, and I am well-versed in orchestral, band, solo and chamber ensemble performance. I currently perform as a full-time professional musician with the United States Air Force Band. On the Band's Fall 2012 West Coast Tour, I performed as a featured soloist on "Tico Tico," along with the other members of the horn section.

While studying in Boston, I performed with numerous ensembles including the Plymouth Philharmonic, New England Brass Band, Boston Civic Symphony, Cape Cod Chamber Ensemble, and the Juventas New Music Ensemble. I also worked as a session musician for the Berklee College of Music.

Starting beginners on horn (both children and adults), helping trumpet players transition to horn playing, making embouchre and technique changes, coaching students in audition and solo performance preparation.

Every student is unique. I specialize in tailoring my teaching strategies to conform to each student's needs. I have taught an incredibly diverse range of students in regards to age, ability, and expectations. I strive to craft manageable goals with each student and encourage them to be the best musician they can be.

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I prefer to teach at my home, but I can travel to you if necessary.

$50/hour, $40 for 45 minutes, $30 for a half hour