Centennial High School is extremely fortunate to have an outstanding staff of private lesson teachers. This program is designed to enrich and further the level of performance of the musician. One on one, individual instruction is one of the main reasons why programs, especially in the North Texas area, are extremely successful. It is a general misconception that private lessons are set up for students who are “falling behind” or for those musicians that are “not as successful” on their instrument. While private lessons can still be highly beneficial in these cases, supplemental private lessons are designed and intended more for students that are advancing and proving success on their instrument.

The opportunity to study one-on–one with a professional musician is invaluable and has proven to be one of the most successful ingredients to individual achievement. Lessons are customized and tailored for each individual’s needs. Private lessons may occur before, during, and after the school day depending on availability. They are not required, but are highly recommended. Lessons prices are set by each teacher in accordance with their experience and credentials. Lesson times and availability are on a first come-first serve basis. If you are interested in enrolling in private lessons, please contact the instructor directly using the information below. If you have any questions or concerns about the private lesson program in general, please contact Mr. Linley

The Titan Booster Club provides private lesson scholarships to deserving students. Simply fill out the Private Lesson Scholarship Application and submit it to Mr. Linley.

Instrument	Name	Email	Phone
Flute	LeeAnne Thompson	leeanne_flute@tx.rr.com	940-300-4540
Flute	Jenifer McKenzie	jeniferm2@verizon.net	214-227-4064
Oboe	Celeste Jenkins	by2jenkins@hotmail.com	972-519-8309
Bassoon	Jonna Griffith	jonnagriffith@yahoo.com	214-821-6867
Clarinet	Eddie Garza	eddiegarza77@gmail.com	TBA
Saxophone	Todd Gentzel	tmg0008@unt.edu tmg0008@hotmail.com	940-323-8207
Horn	Joseph Falvey	trompistajose@yahoo.com	TBA
Trumpet	Becky Karner	Karnerre@yahoo.com	970-396-2435
Low Brass	Dennis Smith	hdsmithtrb@aol.com	H: 972-731-8649 C: 214-244-9159
Percussion	Steven Merrill	trentsteel314@yahoo.com	214-906-4132