Private trumpet lessons shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all.
Whether you’re just getting started, hoping to move up a chair in band, or preparing for an audition, we’ll build a personalized plan around your goals.
Learn from professional trumpet player Matt Kelly in Cleveland and the Chattanooga area.
No pressure. No obligation. Just an opportunity to meet, make some music, and discover what’s possible.
Great trumpet lessons aren’t just about playing the right notes. They’re about helping students become confident, independent musicians.
We start with what you want to accomplish, then build a plan to get there.
You'll understand not just what to practice, but why it matters.
Exercises and guidance designed around your strengths, challenges, and learning style.
I’m a professional trumpet player, music educator, and lifelong student of music. I’ve been performing professionally since 2012, and one of my greatest joys is helping young musicians discover what they’re capable of.
I hold a Bachelor of Music in Church Music from Lee University, where I studied trumpet under Nathan Warner, Phil Morehead, and Tina Erickson.
Over the years, I’ve performed at hundreds of concerts and events across 14 states and three countries, including the United States, China, and Japan. My experience spans everything from jazz combos and wedding bands to musical theater, orchestras, worship conferences, and studio recordings. I regularly perform with the MaleMen Show Band, Tasteful Tea Band, and Kelly & Co.
But here’s what matters most when it comes to teaching: I believe the best music lessons help students become their own best teachers.
Rather than handing every student the same exercises and expecting identical results, I get to know each musician, understand their goals, and help them develop a personalized plan for improvement. I want students to understand not just what they’re practicing, but why it matters.
Whether you’re picking up a trumpet for the first time or working toward your next big audition, I’d love to help you take the next step in your musical journey.
Flexible options for every student’s goals, schedule, and budget.
Recommended for consistent progress
Four 30-minute private lessons
60-minute option: $240/month
Personalized instruction and a consistent development plan.
For busier schedules
Two 30-minute private lessons
60-minute option: $130/month
Individualized coaching with greater scheduling flexibility
Book lessons as-needed
One 30-minute private lesson
60-minute option: $70/lesson
Great for audition preparation, focused skill development, or occasional guidance.
Interest list now open
Two 60-minute group sessions per month
Minimum 4 students per group
An affordable way to grow alongside other musicians. Groups begin when four students of similar skill levels are ready to enroll.
Convenient in-person trumpet lessons in Cleveland and the greater Chattanooga area.
*Lesson days and times are arranged based on student and instructor availability and location. We’ll discuss scheduling during your free introductory lesson.
Yes! I teach beginner and intermediate players, whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to reach the next level.
Ages 9 and up, including adults. There’s no upper age limit.
Bring your trumpet, mouthpiece, music books, pencil, and any accessories you have.
Private lessons are 30 or 60 minutes, with individual and monthly options.
With 24 hours’ notice, you can receive a makeup lesson within 30 days or a credit toward next month.
We’ll get acquainted, play some trumpet, explore your goals and learning style, and discuss a personalized plan.
Your first 45-minute trumpet lesson is completely free. Tell me a little about yourself, and I’ll be in touch to find a time that works!