Find Your Sound with Bassoon Lessons at Levine Music
The bassoon is one of the lowest voices of the woodwind family, known for its deep, warm tone and remarkable agility. With a wide range and expressive character, the bassoon plays essential roles in orchestras, wind ensembles, and chamber music. It’s a rewarding and intellectually engaging instrument that combines technical challenge with musical depth.
Why Choose Bassoon?
Whether you’re excited to join a school band, orchestra, or simply enjoy making music, learning the bassoon offers countless rewards.
- Discover an instrument with a rich, low voice and a vital role in ensemble music.
- Strengthen breath control, coordination, and musical independence.
- Take advantage of unique ensemble opportunities with an instrument that is always in demand.
- Enjoy a distinctive musical path that blends expressive playing with technical mastery.
Why Learn at Levine Music?
Levine Music offers a unique combination of expert instruction, personalized learning, and a supportive community.
- Learn from our exceptional woodwind faculty, who bring years of performance, teaching, and professional experience to every lesson.
- Enjoy a tailored learning experience designed to meet the needs of beginners, intermediate, and advanced players from kids to adults.
- Expand your musicianship through enriching opportunities in ensembles and music theory classes.
- Thrive in a supportive, inspiring environment where students are encouraged to grow artistically and personally.
Contact
For more information, contact the Woodwinds Department Chair, Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, at cmitchell@levinemusic.org.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Check out the events happening at Levine Music.
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Orchestra Day Concert
Levine string orchestras from THEARC, Virginia, and Silver Spring come together for an exciting afternoon of music. Students participating in […]
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WMPI Recital
An afternoon of performances by students in Levine’s Washington Musical Pathways Initiative (WMPI). Levine Music is the lead partner of […]
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Composition Master Class with International Contemporary Ensemble
Experience new music in the making at this reading session featuring original student compositions, brought to life by members of […]
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Fiddle Day
Join Levine faculty member Sam Hall as he leads an afternoon exploring fiddle music and techniques. Open to students of all […]
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Composition Weekend Concert: International Contemporary Ensemble
The central concert of Levine Music’s 2026 Composition Weekend, this performance features members of the internationally renowned International Contemporary Ensemble […]
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Circle Sing with Micah Hendler
Join Micah Hendler for an evening of improvisational alchemy. What can we create together on the spot? No experience is […]
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Ruth P. Cogen Concerto Competition
Finalists compete in our annual concerto competition.
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Young Concert Artists at Levine: Ying Li
Pianist Ying Li visits Levine for a performance, master class, and Q&A as part of Levine’s ongoing partnership with Young […]
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Lecture | Valentine’s Day Cabaret
Join us for this special Valentine’s cabaret as we reignite the flames of Johnny Mercer, Harold Arlen, Dorothy Fields, and the Gershwins’ first set.
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Cello Day
An afternoon celebrating the cello, the Levine cello faculty, and students. Led by faculty members Jonathan Velsey and Ryan Donohue, […]
