"If you know the Way broadly, you will see it in All Things."
-- Miyamoto Musashi
The above quote from Japanese philosopher, calligrapher, and swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi, truly embodies my musical teaching philosophy. The aspiration I hold for each of my students is success. However, the success that each student strives for will be unique to each student. Thus, I teach my students lessons that apply not only to music, but rather the unique skills that command success in any endeavor. Some of these skills are: discipline, hard work, problem solving, and dedication. I teach each of these skills using the trumpet as a vehicle for instruction to teach The Way. Once a student understands The Way, he or she will see it in all things and understand what it takes to be successful in any avenue.
I believe that within EVERY person lies the ability to make great music. As a music educator it is essential to locate and foster the growth of this gift. Studying music is a very individual experience and each student will walk a very different path. Therefore, since no two students are identical a different approach will be custom tailored for each student to maximize his/her personal potential. The greatest joy in teaching music is observing a development and transformation in the student that is not only musical, but intellectual and personal as well.
Email me at jhbryant1@gmail.com or call me at 828.242.3944 to inquire about getting started. I look forward to working with you!
Why Take Lessons?
Children that are involved in arts education learn many of the traits that parents wish to instill in their children and heartily demand of their child’s schooling: academic excellence, social and emotional involvement, civic engagement, and equal opportunity. There are myriad studies that speak to the veracity of this claim. It is a well-documented fact that students involved in their community’s arts programs have better math scores, increased cognitive ability and critical thinking skills, as well as heightened verbal skill. These days, young students are often concerned about college entrance and career considerations as early as age 14. The research is clear, if your student is involved in arts education, he or she will have an edge over their peers not enrolled in arts education.
Adults, too!
Arts education is not just for young students either! Some of the world’s greatest minds such as Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin, and Plato were also life-long musicians and spoke to the benefit of music education.
My Resume:
John Harrison Bryant
1891 Ravenwood Way NE Atlanta, GA 30329
jhbryant1@gmail.com
www.johnbryantmusic.com
YouTube Channel: jhbryant1
Phone 828.242.3944
Education
2008-2013, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, D.M.A., Trumpet Performance
2006-2008, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, M.M., Trumpet Performance
2002-2006, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, B.M., Trumpet Performance
Teaching Positions
2010-Present - The Trumpet Studio of John Bryant, Atlanta, GA
2017-2022, Adjunct Professor of Music, Reinhardt University, Waleska, GA
2011-2017, Adjunct Professor of Music, Young Harris College, Young Harris, Georgia
2010-2020, Trumpet Teaching Artist, Atlanta Music Project, Atlanta, GA
Current Performance Positions
2013-Present, Atlanta Pops Orchestra, Second Trumpet, Atlanta, GA
2011-Present, Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra, Second Trumpet, Savannah, GA
Professional Chamber Experience
2010-Present, Midtown Brass Quintet, Atlanta, GA
2011-Present, Il Brasso Magnifico, Atlanta, GA
2010-2012, Pan Harmonia, Award Winning Chamber Group, Asheville, NC
2008-2010, Keowee Chamber Music, Asheville, NC (Summer residencies)
2008-2010, University of South Carolina, Faculty Brass Quintet, Columbia, SC
2006-2010 Kentucky Baroque Trumpets, Louisville, KY
1998-Present, Appalachian Brass Quintet, Asheville, NC
Professional Recordings
2022: Our Great Life Boat, Infinite Joy .
2020: The Aeolians, The Aeolians
2019: HBO’s The Watchmen, Episode 1
2017: Velvet Caravan, A Stroke of Good Fortune - “Margaret”
2015: John Driskell Hopkins and The Atlanta Pops Orchestra, In The Spirit
2012: Mercury Orkestar, Almost Famous... No Awards Yet!
2012: Nicholas Kirk, Lili Marlene (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - “Going Home”
2011: Coy Bowles and The Fellowship, Love Takes Flight - Track: “Sailing Away”
2008: BAS Publishing Company, Promotional Materials.
Honors & Awards
2008, National Trumpet Competition, Historical Trumpet Division, First PlaceWinner of the Reiche Award and Naumann Award for Artistry on Baroque Trumpet.
2007, National Trumpet Competition, 1st Place, Historic Ensemble Division
2007, National Trumpet Competition, Semi-Finalist, Ensemble Division
2002, National Trumpet Competition, Fairfax, VA, Semi-Finalist, Solo Division
Guest Soloist, Masterclasses, & Clinics:
2024, Chattahoochee Technical College, Recital Series, Acworth, GA
2020, All Souls Cathedral, Lenten Recital Series, Asheville, NC
2017, Peachtree Presbyterian Church, Kellet Chapel Recital Series, Atlanta, GA
2017, University of North Florida, Masterclass, Jacksonville, FL
2016, Peachtree Presbyterian Church, Kellet Chapel Recital Series, Atlanta, GA
2016, Kennesaw State University, Masterclass
2015, Cathedral of All Souls, Cathedral Recital Series, Asheville, NC
2015, International Trumpet Camp, Artist and Clinician, Monterrey, Mexico
2015, Kennesaw State University Brass Blast, Kennesaw, GA
2014, Young Harris College Band, Soloist, Young Harris, GA
2014, Young Harris College Jazz Band, Soloist, Young Harris, GA
2014, Atlanta Trumpet Festival, Artist and Clinician, Atlanta, GA
2014, Albany Summer Jazz Ensemble and Symphonic Band Camp, Conductor, Albany, CA
2014, Kennesaw State University Brass Blast, Artist and Clinician, Kennesaw, GA
2013, International Trombone Festival, Performer with Georgia Brass Band, Columbus, GA
2013, Great American Brass Band Festival, Performer with Georgia Brass Band, Danville, KY,
2013, Auburn University, Masterclass, Auburn, AL
2013, University of Louisville, Masterclass, Louisville, KY
2012, Young Harris College Band, Soloist, Young Harris, GA
2012, Great American Brass Band Festival, Soloist with Central KY Concert Band, Danville, KY
2012, Summer Concert Series, Soloist/Performer with Georgia Brass Band, Middlebury, VT
2012, International Trumpet Guild, Performer with Georgia Brass Band, Columbus, GA
2011, Summer Concert Series, Soloist/Performer with Georgia Brass Band, Middlebury, VT
2011, Albany High School, Albany, CA, Soloist and Masterclass
2011, North Greenville University, Soloist, Tigerville, SC
2008, Orvieto Musica: Trumpet Festival, Performer, Orvieto, Italy
2007, World Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles, Performer, Kilarney, Ireland