"Aaron has been an incredible teacher for our 12-year-old daughter, guiding her from a beginner level to playing with confidence and skill. His patience, encouragement, and expertise have made trumpet lessons both productive and enjoyable, and we've seen tremendous growth in her abilities under his instruction."
"Aaron Kahn is one of the absolute best contemporary musicians I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Conquering super human passages like a modern day hero."
"Aaron Kahn is a Portland trumpet virtuoso signaling and conveying the importance of being a young adult Jew in today's world."
"When the highly talented trumpet player Aaron Kahn approached me with a view to record my solo piece "Reveille and Retraite," it marked the beginning of a most fruitful cooperation, not only on my piece and its subsequent recording (which incorporates the latest digital magic), but at the same time I gained a useful insight into the "inner world," as it were, of trumpet performing. Not only is Mr. Kahn a superb musician in full control of his craft, he's also deeply involved in reaching out to his community, being a steadfast believer in and supporter of music as the greatest means of bringing people together."
“Some of the best trumpet playing I’ve ever heard.”
“Aaron Kahn is a tremendous trumpet player and indeed much more. He explores the boundaries of classical music and what it means to be a musician in the 21st century—melding music with community building and outreach.”
“Aaron is a thoughtful, experienced trumpet coach who engages his students with multiple teaching strategies. He is well-versed in many different philosophies and methods, and he has helped our daughter improve her playing by building a solid foundation in sound and skill. He brings in inspirational trumpet solos, different trumpet methodologies, and his experiences teaching and playing to craft a highly personalized teaching experience. He takes a holistic approach in teaching young musicians, working to nurture the love of music and joy in playing while challenging them to grow.”
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