Teaching Philosophy: My teaching philosophy centers on honesty, goal-setting, and musicality. I believe in approaching fundamentals and repertoire with a spirit of empathy and honesty, ensuring students are aware of their progress and areas for improvement. Goal-setting is integral, facilitated by practice journals to track progress. I emphasize the use of method books such as the Max Schlossberg Trumpet Studies and Arban's book to build a strong foundation. Additionally, I focus on lyrical playing, encouraging students to find joy in music through duets and accompaniment. This approach not only develops technical skills but also fosters a love for musical expression.
Biography: Hailed as a trumpet prodigy by Berkshires Jazz, Richard Stanmeyer has performed with renowned artists such as Belle & Sebastian and throughout the New England area as an in-demand freelance trumpet player. He has performed at venues including Symphony Hall and the Newport Jazz Festival, and in July and August of 2022 he taught and performed with his group in Morelia, México, including performing a sold-out show at the city’s cultural center, Centro Cultural Allende 637.
His mentors include many of the who’s-who for jazz and classical trumpet, including Ben Wright (2nd trumpet of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), GRAMMY award-winning trumpet player Nicholas Payton, and Marquis Hill. Richard graduated in 2024 on a full-tuition Helena Foundation Presidential Scholarship from the New England Conservatory for his M.M in Jazz Studies (Trumpet Performance).
Biography: Hailed as a trumpet prodigy by Berkshires Jazz, Richard Stanmeyer has performed with renowned artists such as Belle & Sebastian and throughout the New England area as an in-demand freelance trumpet player. He has performed at venues including Symphony Hall and the Newport Jazz Festival, and in July and August of 2022 he taught and performed with his group in Morelia, México, including performing a sold-out show at the city’s cultural center, Centro Cultural Allende 637.
His mentors include many of the who’s-who for jazz and classical trumpet, including Ben Wright (2nd trumpet of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), GRAMMY award-winning trumpet player Nicholas Payton, and Marquis Hill. Richard graduated in 2024 on a full-tuition Helena Foundation Presidential Scholarship from the New England Conservatory for his M.M in Jazz Studies (Trumpet Performance).
