Private lessons are essential for the success of a student’s ability. Private lessons not only make the individual better, but also make our band better. These lessons lead to opportunities for the student to attend various honor bands, earn a spot in the All-State Band, and can also boost a student’s opportunity for even more scholarship money. These lessons are highly encouraged, especially by students wishing to participate in the Tupelo High School Wind Ensemble. If a student needs financial help to cover these lessons, scholarship opportunities are available. See Mr. Thrasher for more details on these scholarships.

 

The following instructors have been approved by the Tupelo Band Directors and are more than qualified to help your student reach a new level in their abilities and musicianship. No matter what level the students are on, these instructors are master teachers who can assist in making the students better players. Please only contact these individuals if you are serious and ready to work hard. We highly recommend that you take advantage of these wonderful educators in our area, as we are very lucky to have these resources.

  • Mrs. Christy Griffith, Woodwind Professor, ICC

    (662) 315-3576

    (662) 862-8302 (office)

    cagriffith@iccms.edu

  • Dr. Jessica Haislip, Oboe Professor, Mississippi State University 

    jhaislip@colled.msstate.edu

    (662) 325-3070

    Betsy Phillips, NMSO Oboe Player, Tupelo 

    (662) 231-7738

    oboebets@gmail.com

  • Dr. Rebekah Wells, Director of Bands, Hatley High School

    Click HERE for contact details.

  • Dr. Wade Irvin, Retired Woodwind Professor, Ole Miss

    (662) 816-0537

  • Mr. Ryan Todd, Director of Bands, ICC

    (662) 509-2040

    (662) 862-8406 (office)

    rotodd@iccms.edu

     

    Will Pate, Assistant Band Director, Mooreville

    (662) 610-1414

  • Dr. Matthew Haslip, French Horn Professor, Mississippi State

    mhaislip@colled.msstate.edu

    (662) 325-3070

  • Dr. Jason Beghtol, Jack and John’s Dad

    (662) 397-6150

    (662) 720-7360 (office)

    jwbeghtol@yahoo.com

     

    Mr. Jacob Roland, Low Brass Professor, ICC

    (662) 862-8964 (office)

    jcroland@iccms.edu

  • Dr. Taylor Burks Percussion Professor, ICC 

    (662) 862-8303 (office) 

    tjburks@iccms.edu

    Mr. Bryan Mitchell, Tupelo Band Parent

    bpmitchell@nemcc.edu

  • Tupelo Music Academy 

    Various Instructors 

    (662) 397-1632