Guitar Lessons in Derby, NY

Instruments: Guitar

This led to gigs playing "Footloose" and "Grease" and Fallsburg High School in the upper Hudson Valley. From 2011-2012, I interned at the National Guitar Workshop in New Milford, CT where I study pedagogy (teaching styles) and got to attend a master class with shred-guitar heavy weight Paul Gilbert. After New Paltz, I moved to NYC and earned my Masters Degree at the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College and taking advantage of the cultural offerings of the big city before moving back to Buffalo, NY in 2013. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

I began my teaching career at the Castellani-Andriaccio Guitar Studios in Buffalo in 2017. I also teach at Music & Arts in Orchard Park, and serve as the primary instructor for the Hispanic Heritage Council Guitar Initiative. The Guitar Initiative is a non-profit afterschool program that provides free guitar and music theory lessons to children who otherwise would not have access. In addition I'm a Suzuki certified instructor.   Over the past few years I've worked with many students of all ages and skill levels. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am passionate about teaching and exploring the infinite possibilities that only have to be discovered by each person. I been studying and playing the guitar for 39 years, and sincerely believe that every person has the innate ability to communicate through music, no matter what level of skill. I treat every time I play the guitar as if it were the first time, and every time, I discover something that helps me to forge my own unique path on the journey, and overcoming the obstacles that inevitably present themselves on the journey. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

For students of any level, I tend to always focus on mastering breathing and classical technique. I believe that it is imperative that students develop this way as it is fundamental to any true vocalist. My methods are quite particular to the individual and their natural strengths and weaknesses, but I approach every student with a tried and true structure that leads to fast and noticeable results. I also tend to use written material lending to the classical technique as a way to standardize practice times to structure individual progress outside of lesson time. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the piano and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. If a student isn't having fun in their lessons, then I'm not doing my job! My students are encouraged to enter competitions and recitals, as well as work on composing their own original material, so they can feel good about their accomplishments and stay motivated to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Hello! I am a young guitar teacher who can help you take steps towards your goals of performing, writing music, or simply being proficient at guitar or bass. If you feel like you're stuck with your playing, or are having trouble getting started, I have the tools to help you out! I encourage my students to learn songs that they enjoy and bring them to me for help and a thorough explanation of exactly what is happening in the song, so you can learn the intricacies of the song instead of only knowing how to play it. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar

I focus on the student as an upcoming musician. I recognize their weaknesses and strengths and I conduct my lessons around what they have learned and what they need help learning to accomplish their goals. Read More