Music Lessons in Addis, LA

Instruments: Piano

The key is to always to make sure that my students have a solid foundation in pianistic techniques and fundamentalsand then introduce the adequate repertoire while taking into account their sensitivity. I often use a combination of classical and modern music in order to motivate my students to practice and continue to learn while keeping the lessons engaging, challenging, and fun. Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

I believe each student is different and enjoy developing a unique approach for each students. I also tailor the lessons to each students need. I have taught beginners from scratch, students who need help in band, and also students who are preparing for college auditions. Since I have studied the flute myself for over 20 years, and am currently the teaching assistant at LSU flute studio, I have a vast amount of experience and knowledge in flute pedagogy. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My teaching experience started about ten years ago in Brazil, and after that I have been consistently teaching private piano and, since 2013, group piano. Teaching has always been a great experience to me and I can certainly fell that those years of teaching made me a better person. Besides seeing my students having great accomplishments in playing the piano, sometihing that also makes me happy is having a old student revisiting my lessons and realizing how better both us have become over the years. Read More

Instruments: Cello Music

My methods adapt to each student, their age and their level. The books I use go from the Suzuki books to the traditional Fouillard, Popper or Sebastian Lee methods. The repertoire would also depend on the student needs and the type of music he/she wants to learn. The age of the student is not relevant to me. The learning process might be different but anyone can learn an instrument at any age so I try to treat everyone equally. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo Oboe

I had the privilege to perform in pit orchestras for school musicals in high school and college. My strong communication skills suited for diverse groups of musical learners. I’m competent in playing a wide range of musical instruments. I am enthusiastic and thrive to transmit the passion of music to my students. Tutored primarily flute, clarinet, saxophone etc., (all woodwind instruments). Music is a challenging and fulfilling intellectual, physical, and emotional journey. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard

My teaching experience dates back to my days in college, as I began teaching in East Feliciana parish as a band director at the age of 22. I have now been teaching since then. I have made students college ready, able to receive scholarships, and be ready for any college program they choose. I have worked at East Feliciana Parish Schools, Northeast High School, and Now Southern University. My job is prepare each student to be ready to succeed to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I hold a masters degree in viola performance from Florida State University and bachelors degrees in both music performance and business administration from Northwestern State University. I have been the recipient of several scholarships and positions that demonstrate my academic and performance distinction. I have performed in an array of concert venues in the United States and internationally in both solo and collaborative contexts. As a teacher, I am passionate about engaging students with music and guiding them in the development of mindfulness and discipline, which transfers into other aspects of their personal growth. Read More