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Instrument Lessons/Sectional Instructors

One of the most effective ways to improve as a musician is through instrument lessons. There is no substitute for individualized instruction by an instrumental specialist. These expert instructors serve as an ideal model and mentor to assist in your child’s improvement in the areas of tone, technique, and general musicianship. The small investment in them helps insure success on your instrument. If you want more information, please fill out the sign-up form below.

What is an individual music lesson?
A professional musician who is an expert at the same instrument your child plays tutors your student. These occur, ideally, once per week, but can occur at different intervals if needed. Smaller group lessons of 2-3 students are a great way to share the cost of the expert's time. Availability of group lessons is up to the discretion of the expert instructor.

Can lessons fit in my child’s busy schedule? What about my work schedule?
Instrument lesson times can be very flexible. Some instructors are even available to teach lesson during your child’s band class!

Suggested Teachers

Flute
Emily Haynes - emilyhaynes1317@gmail.com
Katie McDermitt - katie.mcdermitt@gmail.com
Su​zanne Shonkwiler - suzanne.shonkwiler@gmail.com

Oboe
Scott Janz - scott.bob.janz@gmail.com

Bassoon
Ryan Caldwell - bassoonatic@hotmail.com

Clarinet
Kevy Bailey - kevy.bailey@gmail.com

Saxophone
Jacob Bullock - jacob.bullock@ymail.com
Tony Maas - tonymaasmusic@gmail.com



Trumpet
Perry Reid - perry.reid@gmail.com
Katie Ryan - katie.ryan1118@gmail.com (MS East Orchestra Dir.)

​French Horn
Katie Briel - kbriel@cpcsc.k12.in.us

Trombone/Euphonium
Cody Arnholt - j.cody.tbone@gmail.com
Christian Dawson - christian.dawson@ftcsc.org (MS East Orchestra Dir.)
Joel Shonkwiler - joel.shonkwiler@ftcsc.org (FCHS Orchestra Dir.)

Tuba
Cody Arnholt - j.cody.tbone@gmail.com

Percussion
Nathan Fellerman - nathan.fellerman@ftcsc.org
Josh Fulford - j.fulford95@gmail.com
Dan Fyffe - dan.fyffe@ftcsc.org (MS West Band Dir.)
Chris Hodgson - chris.hodgson@ftcsc.org (MS East Band Dir.)
John Radomski - john.radomski@ftcsc.org (MS West Band Dir.)
Will Trachsel – wstrachsel@gmail.com​

Piano Accompanist
Kathy Monson - ktmonson08@gmail.com

Location

Franklin Central High School
6215 South Franklin Road
​Indianapolis, IN 46259

Directors

Evan Cooper, Director of Bands
  
evan.cooper@ftcsc.org
Derek Ellinger, Associate Director of Bands
  derek.ellinger@ftcsc.org 
Chris Hodgson, Percussion Director
  
chris.hodgson@ftcsc.org
Adam Faircloth, Color Guard Director
  
adam.faircloth@ftcsc.org

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