Clarinet Lessons Buffalo County, NY

Instruments: Clarinet

My teaching style allows room for students to explore their own individual interests while remaining within a framework of achievable and incremental goals. One of the amazing things about music instruction is it allows people (especially younger students) to learn the process of incremental goal setting and achievement for long term success. I like to work with my students to develop a set of goals and a game plan for how they can achieve what might seem far off to them. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Piccolo

Depending on the age and level of the student I pick a book appropriate for them.  For beginners I first work with getting a consistent smooth sound and move on to learning the notes and simple songs.  Scales are key to learn as so much in music is based on the scales.  I introduce works that can be played for a recital while always considering the level of the student. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I will start by working with them on whatever materials they have available, whether pieces from band class, solo literature, or any other material they currently have access to. After coming to an understanding of a student's skill level, I will have them begin working on appropriate material from my own collection. For beginners, this may be Essential Elements. For more intermediate or advanced players, this may be Rubank studies or appropriate solo literature. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder

I want students to learn what they're most interested in, with the caveat that I can teacg them a "song" or I can teach them the instrument and they can play any song. Whenever I can I play duets with the students. It makes what they're doing sound more like music. And I make mistakes. That shows that mistakes are no big deal (1 wrong note is a mistake. Make the same mistake repeatedly, you're doing it wrong). Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Flute, Clarinet, Ukulele, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My name is Jahnvi and I am currently earning my bachelor's degree in Music Education at New York University. I have been teaching private lessons for 3 years now, specializing in voice, piano, and music theory. I grew up singing musical theatre, pop, jazz, classical, and classical Hindustani music from India. My passion for singing soon developed into a passion for instrumental music as I picked up clarinet, flute, piano, and guitar. Read More