Music Lessons in Allston, MA

Instruments: Guitar Voice

Clapping the student Improvement of the natural skills Recognizing their own struggles Books and handbooks Different authors need to be used It is important to consult and follow several books and handbooks because of The different perspective each one is bringing to us. Students also can feel more cozy or comfortable with unexpected methods. Videos are instructive when they given direction. Videos Recordings Arts - Movies and theater Physical activity - yoga Stretching and breathing and meditation Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Acoustic Guitar

I prefer to do half-hour lessons for beginners and young musicians. After more lessons can be prepared, forty-five minute or hour long lessons are more appropriate. For trumpet students, I rely heavily on the Arban method for the essentials and then add other materials depending on the student's goals. For voice students, I begin with a vocal exercise book and a collection of songs to learn. For all my students, I encourage you to bring in your own materials to work on as well. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin Fiddle Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a fun-loving, passionate instructor who loves watching students experience the satisfaction of making progress and feeling accomplished. I have toured all over the U.S. performing with many great musicians such as Alasdair Fraser, Hanneke Cassel, Mari Black, and many others. I'm both proud and fortunate to have been featured numerous times on WGBH for "A Celtic Sojourn" with Brian O'Donovan. A regular night for me consists purely of doing what I love: playing music with friends at local bars or my own living room. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

For the voice (as it is a built-in instrument) we work on expanding vocal range through warm-up exercises. It's important to identify the natural transitions throughout a student's voice, usually based on classical technique for healthy sound production. We will be able to reconcile the voice with the music that the student is interested in singing, all styles are welcome! It's very rewarding to see the vocal growth and strengthening of breath control and stamina, as then the repertoire and style of singing grows! Read More

Instruments: Guitar Mandolin Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For beginners, especially younger players, I believe it is best to start with simple pieces to build security. For this I usually try to pick fairly well known melodies that the student likely has in their head already, such as 'Ode to Joy' or 'Jingle-Bells'. By starting with tunes the student already knows, I believe that the learning process becomes much more intuitive. For teens/adults I encourage the student to find out what the students interests/goals are and adjust my lesson accordingly. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I am a hard-working and nurturing instructor who enjoys working with students and helping them find their own musical voice. Being born in Dubai, UAE to a Colombian/Indian background, I have always had the opportunity to be around many different cultures and enjoyed learning from them in many different ways. In 2011, I left Dubai to study at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude in Guitar Performance. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Teaching should never revolve around the notion that "perfection" is the ultimate" goal. This way of thinking not only provides my students with a false sense of hope, but more importantly is simply unattainable. In the modern age of playing, too often do I feel students losing sight of what is most important: the music. While good intonation and rhythm are certainly important, what I hope to instill in each of my students is a level of understanding far beyond learning the "notes" on the page. Read More