Ron Forte

(970) 217-9511 – ronforte50@gmail.com

Instruments & Instruction Offered

  • Trumpet (any level, all ages)
  • Trombone (any level, all ages)
  • Alto Saxophone (any level, all ages)
  • Piano (beginner)
  • Piano (jazz harmony and theory as applied to the piano)
  • Drums (beginner)

Lesson Rates

  • $25.00 per half hour, (paid in advance monthly)

Education

  • Bachelor of Music Degree in Education, Berklee College of Music – K-12
  • Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies, University of Northern Colorado

Experience

  • Private Lessons at the Academy of Arts & Knowledge – (2012-Present)
  • Private Lessons at Boomer Music – (2012-Present)
  • Substitute Instrumental & Vocal Teacher (2002-2008) – Thompson School District, Loveland CO
  • Substitute Instrumental & Vocal Teacher (1997-2008) – Poudre School District, Ft. Collins CO
  • Band Leader (1992-present) – Friends in Time & A Little Big Band
  • Lead Trumpet, Vocals (1987) – Holland America (Cruise Ship)
  • Lead Trumpet, Vocals (1986-1987) – Sea Escape (Cruise Ship)
  • Band Leader, Lead Trumpet, Vocals (1986) – Chandris Fantasy Cruises
  • Lead Trumpet, Vocals (1985-1986) – Costa Cruise Lines
  • Lead Trumpet, Vocals (1984) – Commodore Cruise