I’ve been a music educator for 25 years and have been playing trumpet since the age of 9 (professionally since age 18). I watched Mr. Brockma’s first video and signed up for a feee 45-lesson/chat. After reading the many reviews, information about costs, etc, I elected to opt out of the lesson/chat. I reached out and was very cordial to the person I was to meet with, B Byrne, and rather than replying with an “ok, I’m sorry it won’t work out”, I received the following, “did something come up, can we reschedule, or are you NOT INTERESTED IN IMPROVING ON TRUMPET”. That last line sealed the deal for me. While I know as a trumpet player, we have the reputation of being arrogant and having a big ego, but really? They can continue to run their scam elsewhere. I’d prefer in person lessons anyway.

@oldpete I’d love to have replied the way I wanted to (as a NY’er I knew what I could have said). I chose the higher ground because I can live with myself being a good player and not have to scam anyone or belittle them. Thanks for the support though.

@oldpete I’d love to have replied the way I wanted to (as a NY’er I knew what I could have said). I chose the higher ground because I can live with myself being a good player and not have to scam anyone or belittle them. Thanks for the support though.

I’ve been a music educator for 25 years and have been playing trumpet since the age of 9 (professionally since age 18). I watched Mr. Brockma’s first video and signed up for a feee 45-lesson/chat. After reading the many reviews, information about costs, etc, I elected to opt out of the lesson/chat. I reached out and was very cordial to the person I was to meet with, B Byrne, and rather than replying with an “ok, I’m sorry it won’t work out”, I received the following, “did something come up, can we reschedule, or are you NOT INTERESTED IN IMPROVING ON TRUMPET”. That last line sealed the deal for me. While I know as a trumpet player, we have the reputation of being arrogant and having a big ego, but really? They can continue to run their scam elsewhere. I’d prefer in person lessons anyway.