Erika Wilsen, French horn teacher and performer
Erika Wilsen, French horn teacher and performer
Welcome to my horn studio!

My name is Erika Wilsen, and I am a professional French horn teacher and performer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I hold my Doctor of Musical Arts in Horn Performance from UCLA as well as a Master's in Horn Performance from the University of Michigan. I have extensive experience in both performing and teaching. 

I have taught horn for more than 20 years, as a private instructor, professor of horn, and clinician. I have coached at numerous universities, youth orchestras, high schools, and middle schools. In addition to teaching online, I perform throughout California and teach local students. I am currently the French Horn Lecturer at CSU Stanislaus and last year I served as the Adjunct Horn Professor at Concordia University Irvine.
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Students range from beginners through advanced levels and are of all ages and backgrounds (8 and up). Students hail from across the United States as well as abroad, including from Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom.

Lessons are 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length, depending on the student's level, experience, and goals. To learn more about lessons, please read the section Lesson Information, including FAQ for prospective students.

You may also want to Learn more about Erika, Check out the studio blog, or Contact Erika

Lessons Are Tailored
​to the Student

Students have unique backgrounds, goals and skill-sets. I tailor lessons to the individual student, from true beginners through advanced players.

Online Lesson Information 

Take advantage of convenient, professional instruction in your own home or wherever life takes you. Here's what you need for successful online lessons.

 Instructor,
​Clinician ​& Coach

I coach horn students at middle schools, high schools, youth orchestras, and at the university level. Find out how I can help you and your students through group lessons.