Clarinet Lessons Dupage County, IL

Instruments: Clarinet

I believe that a music lesson should be simultaneously fun and informative. A typical lesson with me begins with some guided warm-ups centered around breathing and long tone exercises to get the student engaged with their instrument. Next, we go on to some technique work like scales or rhythm exercises. The largest chunk of the lesson is spent on repertoire - solo music, band music from school, or some duets between the student and myself. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Synthesizer, Music

Tommy S. currently holds a master's degree in clarinet performance from the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with Mr. Charles Neidich. Tommy also holds his bachelor's degree from Illinois State University, where he studied with Dr. David Gresham. Tommy has been a winner of the Illinois State University Concerto Competition, the King's Peak International Music Competition, and the Lillian Fuchs Chamber Music Competition. Tommy is currently 3rd/Bass Clarinet for the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Recorder, Euphonium, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I started teaching private lessons on trumpet when I was in High School. In college, I began teaching private lessons on euphonium/baritone. After receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education (BME), I taught 2 years in K-5 general music/JH-HS Choir and 7 years K-12 general music. Throughout my entire journey, I have been involved in multiple performing groups, and I have been in charge of music for multiple churches and religious groups. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, Harp

I strive to tailor instruction to meet the needs of the individual student. For students who are at a beginning level, I often start with a reliable methods book (i.e. Piano Adventures) to lay a foundation. From there, I like to explore a range of supplementary materials that can help students work toward their personal goals and interests, such as modern/ other genres of music, composition material, technique-specific exercises, etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Shakuhachi, Keyboard, Electric Guitar

My teaching experience is extensive and diverse. I teach online, travel, in home, and at local music studios and universities. I have been doing this full time for over 15 years while continuing to develop new methods and fun and exciting lessons for students. I do my best to instill music practice as a regular way of life in students and show them how this can help aid in all areas of life. Read More