Clarinet Lessons in Tallevast, FL

Instruments: Flute Clarinet

I have always been a natural teacher and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others. As a high school student, I enjoyed mentoring other students in the band. This led to my interest in being a music education major in college where I gave lessons and taught marching band for 3 years. Now, as a middle school band director I am able to teach students every single day. I start students on a range of instruments and guide them through middle school as their director. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I have taught private lessons for over 25 years. Many of my students received Superior ratings for their solos or ensembles, were selected for All-State / All-county bands in their counties, and have been selected as members of their county youth orchestra. I have also served as a public school music educator in Florida for 15 years at both the middle and high school level. During my time as a classroom teacher, my bands achieved numerous superior and competitive accolades. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

My many years of experience shows that educational process should be fun! Every student should feel interested and excited! How do we do this? As a teacher I choose a repertoire for my students but I also let them choose one or two pieces they like. I would play few pieces for my students to see if they like it. I think it is also important if student participates in concerts. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

Every student is different and I try to be very attentive to the individual needs of each student. However, there are several method books for clarinet and saxophone as well as many different exercises that have been effective for my current students. For younger students or for adult beginners, I tend to start them out with the Essential Elements books or the Rubank method. I also try to start teaching scales at a young age because this opens up a whole world of possibilities for the student. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I believe thatprivate instruction is the best way for anyone to advance their learning of a particular instrument. One-on-one instruction ensures that each student is getting what they need as an individual. Here, I am able to address the learning style of each student, as a unique musician. Playing WITH the student, both in unison, and in duets, students have the opportunity to see and hear a model for clarinet playing. Read More