Andrew T. Ladd
Professional Trumpet Instructor

Andrew T. Ladd

Private Trumpet Lessons for Middle & High School Students in Mississippi

Audition prep, fundamentals, and personalized instruction with a focus on developing confident, skilled musicians.

Featured Work

Mississippi Lions All-State Band
Former member and now a dedicated instructor preparing students for auditions and performances with our states flagship ensemble.
Performance Experience
Over a decade of performance experience including collegiate ensembles, Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps, and local music groups.
Teaching Philosophy
Dedicated to creating a supportive and individualized learning environment that fosters technical skill, musicality, and confidence in every student.
Andrew T. Ladd performing

About Andrew T. Ladd

Andrew T. Ladd is a trumpet player, educator, and lifelong music enthusiast based in Mississippi. A passionate teacher, he currently teaches PK3-6th grade and brings over a decade of performance experience to his private studio.

Andrew has performed with the Mississippi Lions All-State Band, toured internationally with collegiate ensembles, and marched with the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps. He plays regularly with the First Baptist Church in Canton, MS, the Mississippi Swing Band, the Mississippi Community Symphonic Band, and the Northwest Rankin High School Ambassador's Show Choir.

His teaching approach emphasizes proper fundamentals while fostering a love of music and performance in his students. Andrew believes that every student has unique potential and tailors his instruction to help each one achieve their personal musical goals.

Andrew T. Ladd performing

Services

Personalized instruction tailored to your musical goals

Lions Band Audition Prep
Specialized coaching to help students prepare for Mississippi Lions All-State Band auditions. Focused on audition materials, technique, and performance confidence.
  • Audition material preparation
  • Mock audition practice
  • Performance anxiety strategies
Beginner & Intermediate Lessons
Comprehensive lessons covering fundamentals, technique, music reading, and repertoire development for students at the beginning and intermediate levels.
  • Embouchure development
  • Breath control techniques
  • Music reading skills

Contact

Interested in working with Andrew? Get in touch to schedule lessons or learn more.

Phone number will be provided after initial inquiry.