My role as an educator is to guide students toward lifelong success by fostering hard work and persistence. My teaching philosophy is built upon three cornerstones: ownership, musicianship, and fundamentals. Recognizing that each student possesses a unique background and set of goals, I prioritize individualized instruction tailored to their specific needs. The foundation of achievement is taking full ownership of one's progress. Regarding musicianship, my pedagogical approach emphasizes a balanced attention to core horn-playing elements—intonation, rhythm, and tone quality—grounded in a strong theoretical understanding. I actively seek to collaborate with theory faculty to deepen this connection for my students. In terms of fundamentals, I focus on efficient tone production and technical mastery of the harmonic series and scales to ensure consistent performance. By applying daily routines and challenging repertoire, students develop the self-discipline necessary for constant improvement. Ultimately, my goal is not just to teach specific pieces, but to empower students with the practicing skills, musicality, and a consistent approach to the horn required to master any repertoire independently. My goal is not to teach students to play the repertoire but to teach them to be musicians who can play any piece of music. Students will learn HOW to practice this way. I expect my students to be on the path of self-discipline, working every day to be better than they were the day before.