Private Lessons & Studio Teaching with
Dr. Jasmine “Jazzie” Pigott

Whether you’re picking up a brass instrument for the first time, preparing for college auditions, composing your first piece, or strengthening your theory skills, my studio is a space where you can grow, explore, and thrive.

As an internationally recognized tuba soloist, composer, and educator with a D.M.A. in Tuba Performance, I bring over a decade of experience teaching students of all ages and stages—from beginners, pre-professionals, adults learning for the first time or lifelong players. I offer private lessons in tuba, euphonium, trombone, bass trombone, composition, and music theory, tailoring every session to meet the needs, interests, and goals of each student.

I currently teach through the Peabody Preparatory and maintain a private studio in Baltimore. Lessons are available both in person and online.

My Teaching Philosophy

My teaching is grounded in the belief that every student deserves the tools, confidence, and encouragement to be the best version of themselves—both musically and personally. I focus on:

  • Fostering independence: Students learn effective practice strategies so they can confidently guide their own development outside of lessons.

  • Supporting the whole person: Through growth mindset principles and holistic lifestyle support, I help students develop not just as musicians, but as healthy, resilient individuals.

  • Culturally responsive pedagogy: I meet each student where they are—culturally, musically, and personally—using approaches that affirm identity and spark engagement.

  • Tailoring instruction: Every student’s journey is unique. I customize each lesson to align with their interests, goals, and learning style for sustained motivation and growth.

  • Creating a safe space to perform: I help students build the confidence to perform in front of others by establishing trust, clarity, and nonjudgmental support.

  • Specialized strategies for neurodiverse learners: I particularly understand how to support students with ADHD through thoughtful scheduling, creative structuring, and consistent encouragement.

  • Emphasizing fundamentals: Strong technique and musical basics are taught as the foundation for ease, artistry, and long-term success.

Rates

  • 30min. Starting at $55

  • 45min. Starting at $70

  • 60min. Starting at $100

All lessons occur in my studio in downtown Baltimore or via Zoom. If you would like me to travel to you within an hour of the city, travel fees start at an additional $20 and will be adjusted based on distance. 

Limited scholarships and sliding scale options are available for qualifying students. Please contact me if you are unable to afford these rates. Alternatively, if you are in a situation to do so, and would like to donate to sponsor a student that cannot afford lessons on their own, please contact me as well. 

Now accepting new students – contact me to schedule a free consultation or learn more about lesson availability and rates!

 Teaching Experience

  • B.M. in Music Education from Ithaca College

  • M.M. in tuba performance and served as a Graduate Assistant at Michigan State University

  • D.M.A. in tuba performance from The Peabody Conservatory at Johns Hopkins University

Positions Held:

    • Applied lessons in tuba, euphonium, trombone, bass trombone, and music theory (students of all ages)

    • Brass group classes

    • Low Brass Ensemble

    • Semesterly studio recitals

    • Tuba faculty for the LA Philharmonic’s YNF program; leading orchestral sectionals, directing warm-up classes, coaching chamber music, and teaching small group lessons

    • Lead brass sectionals, brass lessons, and small group lessons. 

    • Applied lessons in tuba and euphonium

    • Weekly studio classes

    • Semesterly Studio Recitals

    • Applied lessons in tuba and euphonium (undergraduate majors and non-majors)

    • Applied lessons in tuba (undergraduate and graduate)

    • Lessons in tuba, euphonium, bass trombone, trombone, trumpet, and other band instruments. 

  • Rockville Brass Band Clinic - Low Brass Clinician

    Morgan State University Brass Day - Tuba/Euphonium Clinician

    George Mason University

    University of Maryland

    Western Michigan University

    University of North Carolina Greensboro

    Texas A&M Kingsville

    Athena Honors Ensemble

    University of Maryland Baltimore County

    Eleanor Roosevelt High School

    Ithaca College

    Baltimore School for the Arts

    Georgia Tech University 

    Iberacademy Resonante Festivale (Colombia)

    Centro Cultural Costarricense-Norteamericano (Costa Rica)

    Bates Middle School

    Brentwood High School

    Southern Cayuga School District

Student Successes

2025

  • ​Peabody Preparatory graduating senior trombone student Derrick Jenkins awarded scholarship to attend Shenandoah University

  • ​Peabody Preparatory sixth grade trombone student Hana Kim admitted to the YOLA National Festival Overture Orchestra

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eighth grade tuba student Obinna Moses admitted as principal tuba for the YOLA National Festival Overture Orchestra and chamber program

  • ​Peabody Preparatory tenth grade tuba student Makai Fisher-Horton selected for the semi-finals of the International Tuba Euphonium Association 2025 Young Artist Tuba Competition in Valencia, Spain

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eleventh grade euphoniumstudent Sophia Hurt selected for the semi-finals of the International Tuba Euphonium Association 2025 Young Artist Euphonium Competition in Valencia, Spain

  • ​Peabody Preparatory tenth grade euphonium student George Moravec selected for the semi-finals of the International Tuba Euphonium Association 2025 Young Artist Euphonium Competition in Valencia, Spain

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eleventh grade tuba student Jabari Woodson selected for the semi-finals of the International Tuba Euphonium Association 2025 Young Artist Competition in Valencia, Spain

2024

  • ​Hofstra University senior euphonium student Noah Merseburg was a winner of the department’s honors competition and performed on honors recital

  • Peabody Preparatory eleventh grade tuba student Jabari Woodson won the winds-brass division of the concerto competition, performing the Lebedev Concerto in One Movement with the Wind Orchestra in February 2025

  • Peabody Preparatory eleventh grade euphonium student Sophia Hurt selected as principal player for Baltimore County’s Senior All-County Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eighth grade tuba student Obinna Moses selected for Baltimore County’s Junior All-County Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory sixth grade trombone student Hana Kim selected for Howard County’s Gifted and Talented Junior Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory tenth grade euphonium student George Moravec selected for Howard County’s All-County and Gifted and Talented Senior Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory twelfth grade trombone student Abdiell Marin selected for Howard County’s All-County Symphony Orchestra and Gifted and Talented Senior Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eighth grade euphonium student Sesi Potakey selected for Anne Arundel County’s All-County Jazz Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory eighth grade tuba student Ronan Matin selected for Anne Arundel County’s All-County Junior Band

  • ​Peabody Preparatory ninth grade tuba student Makai Horton admitted into the Baltimore School for the Arts

2023

  • Peabody Preparatory tenth grade tuba student Jabari Woodson selected for the Maryland All-State Senior Band

2013

  • Independent eighth grade student Carlos Godoy selected for SCMEA.