Each of the members has advanced degrees in music and is experienced in both performance and teaching. (Please see “About Us” on this website.) For more information, please contact easternvirginiabrass01@gmail.com or call Marlene Ford at 757-340-6406. While all ages and skill levels are invited to inquire, lessons are based on the musicians’ availabilities. Please keep in mind the Eastern Virginia Brass is based in Hampton Roads.

Marlene Ford teaches horn at Old Dominion University and in her active private studio. (A specialist in the fundamentals of good horn playing and “magically “changing good trumpet players into great horn players!) She has performed with all the major orchestras in this area. Call 340-6406

For 18 years Lawrence Clemens was principal trumpet of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and trumpet instructor at Seton Hall University. A Virginia Beach native, he is a much sought after for his artistry and teaching skills. He performs throughout the area. Call 340-2139.

Dr. Robert Ford, trombone and low brass, performs and teaches throughout the area. He was formerly trombonist with the Spokane, Virginia and Birmingham Symphonies. A student of Arnold Jacobs, he continues the tradition of excellent teaching and musicianship. Call 340-6406.

We'd be pleased to suggest the finest tuba teacher as well. To contact by email: evbrass01@gmail.com.