Music Lessons in Amo, IN

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Oboe

My main music philosophy is to teach sound before sight: teach students to hear the music, and then read the notation. For beginners, I want them to become well acquainted with their instrument so I begin with the basic fundamentals, and then teach some traditional tunes before moving on to reading music. For students who can already read music, I like to work on sight-reading as well as finding solo repertoire that can be performed at recitals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music. Therefore. it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspired the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music

I'm a passionate musician who likes sharing his love of music with others. I'm currently completing coursework for my Doctorate in Music at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. I've been fortunate to perform both as a soloist and orchestral musician in Aruba and Italy, in addition to the diverse performing I've enjoyed stateside. Comfortable in a multitude of genres, I am equally at home in the classical realms of orchestral, wind-band and chamber music repertoire, in addition to jazz, marching band and commercial music. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I have fourteen years of teaching experience. I first began teaching in my early years of high school through my school’s music mentor program. Through this program, I had the opportunity to go back to my old elementary school and mentor trumpet students one on one. It was there that I fell in love with teaching because of how rewarding it is to see the next generation of musicians grow and how I can have a direct impact on their growth. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I am a highly motivated piano teacher who loves working with students of all ages and sharing my love of music. I have had the opportunity to accompany many solosits and performing ghroups that have given me the greatest experiences of my life as a musician. I started playing piano at the age of 6 and continue playing today at a variety of events. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I am a clarinetist, educator, and performer that has a passion for all kinds of music. I perform a variety of genres including chamber, orchestral, and solo music, as well avant-garde. In 2015 I graduated magna cum laude from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor's degree in clarinet performance. While at North Texas, I performed in a number of ensembles including the UNT Symphonic Band, and the Symphony Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Flute Organ

I first started music at a young age through my local church; my first instrument being flute. I studied flute for many years before taking formal voice lessons. This led me to become a voice performance major at the Manhattan School of Music, where I sang lead roles in and outside of the school. In addition, I continued my flute studies as well as strengthen my piano skills. I've had the opportunity to perform at the Kimmel Center as soloist and chorister, Symphonic Space (NYC), as well as abroad in Italy and France. Read More