Patrick Crider is a Music Education and Performance major at West Chester University, focusing on bass trombone. At WCU, Pat performs with the wind ensemble, Criterions jazz ensemble, trombone ensemble, and has marched in the Golden Rams marching band. Along with his ensemble participation, Patrick is also involved in several chamber groups such as a trombone quartet and brass ensemble. Patrick also teaches weekly piano lessons to several students each week through Greensleeves Music. Patrick is looking forward to finishing his time at West Chester, as well as playing more with the Ten o’Clock Quartet.
Alexis – Piano, Voice, Trumpet
Alexis
Alexis is a Music Education major at West Chester University with a minor in Special Education. Her primary instrument is piano, which she has been studying since she was 7 years old. Alexis also loves to sing and play the trumpet, which she has been doing since elementary school. She has held leadership positions in multiple high school ensembles as well as music groups at WCU. Alexis is an active member and leader in Sigma Alpha Iota, an international music fraternity for women that upholds high standards for music, professionalism, and service to the community. She is extremely passionate about teaching kids and has done so since she was 14 at her local church and homeless shelters. She has been teaching private piano lessons since she was 16. She is also the recorder instructor at Ferrwood Music Camp for children ages 6-10. Alexis is extremely excited to be sharing her love for music with children of all ages. Above all else, she wants to create a unique and enriching learning experience for every single student and help them reach their goals and love what they do.
Brass Teachers
Patrick
Alexis