Looking for an engaging and unique clinic for your students?
As an active musician and music educator in the greater St. Louis area, Gabe brings her relatable and honest perspective on music to students across the country through a variety of masterclass and recital options.
"Gabe Mueller has become a wonderful addition to our applied teaching staff at Parkway West High School. Her approach to instruction, musicianship, and energy have led to measurable growth for all of my students that work with her. In addition, Gabe's versatility allows her to work with students in a variety of settings, which includes masterclasses, sectionals, private lessons, and chamber ensembles. I highly recommend Gabe Mueller to anyone looking for a passionate, dependable low brass instructor."
Brad Wallace, Band Director
Parkway West High School, Ballwin, Missouri
"Gabe Mueller has been working with the Spirit of Northwest High School Band Program for 2 years as a Brass Instructor and has been a part of our Visual Ensemble Instruction. She was able to walk in the first day and have an immediate impact on our students. It is quite a sight to see her interact with our band students on the field and in solo and ensemble lessons. Gabe has made a positive impact on our program."
Brett Dunsford, Band Director
Northwest High School, Cedar Hill, Missouri
Masterclass Topics
Brass Builders
In this workshop, Gabe will help unlock great sounds in the brass classroom, focusing on the importance of air and ear. Students will take a different look at how sound is created on a brass instrument and will learn basic exercises in order to implement new techniques. Perfect for middle school brass classes of any make-up (low brass class, trombone class, all brass, etc.) and high school brass or low brass sections.
"Making It"
In this masterclass, Gabe will discuss with students the accessibility of music today, creating your own path, and "making it work" to "make it." We live in a world of innovation - how has this changed the landscape of how music is created and consumed, and how do you as an individual fit in this landscape? This masterclass is great for high school students and is suitable for either brass students or full band classes.
Custom Masterclass
Gabe has extensive experience working one-on-one with students, coaching chamber ensembles, and running sectionals. Gabe is happy to customize your masterclass to work with students individually or in small groups to prep for solo & ensemble festival, run a mock audition, or work on anything your students might need extra help with.
All masterclasses include the option of Gabe performing some solo work for students. Interested in having Gabe perform a full solo recital for your class? Click Here to contact Gabe to discuss this option. Booking fee for a full solo recital varies, depending on solo works chosen and accompaniment needed. Contact Gabe for further information.
“My son Noah has become progressively more dedicated to learning to play the trombone. I think he sees what value there is to playing well, and Gabe has helped him on his quest. I sat in on nearly a year’s worth of lessons. I am a musician, and have knowledge as to what is good or bad. Gabe is good. Not only has she inspired Noah, she has exposed him to many outside the lesson opportunities, all of which were valuable and interesting to Noah. Gabe is a motivated, innovative, top notch music educator.”
Michael Korenfeld, parent
About Gabe
Gabe Mueller is a trombonist and private instructor based in St. Louis, Missouri. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Trombone Performance with a minor in Music Theory from the University of North Texas. She has had the privilege of studying with Jan Kagarice, Vern Kagarice, Tony Baker, Steve Lange, and Donny Pinson.
Gabe maintains a vibrant private low brass studio, working with middle and high school students across the greater St. Louis region. Her students have been selected for elite ensembles such as the Missouri All-State Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Orchestra, the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra, JazzU, and regional district honor bands. Her teaching success is matched by her commitment to education—she also serves as a clinician and adjudicator for local festivals, honor bands, and auditions throughout the region.
In addition to teaching, Gabe remains active as a performer, currently playing with the St. Louis funk band Hazard to Ya Booty and has performed with ensembles such as the Jazz St. Louis Big Band, St. Louis Low Brass Collective, and the IWBC Holiday Brass. She has also performed in pit orchestras for numerous local theater productions and regularly plays as a church musician, soloist, and chamber artist.