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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Music lessons in Arlington . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano
I encourage young students to have their parents their for the lesson to make sure they are attentive because for some younger students it is hard for them to remain focus for long periods of time. Practice is one of the most important keys to success, when learning the piano. I always suggest practicing everyday for atleast 30 minutes if possible. It may not be possible for everyone but that is the goal. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student develop a passion for music! Therefore, it is important to approach each student individually, adjusting my teaching methods to them personally. This ensures that the student progresses at their own pace. Most importantly, I encourage their progress by setting proper goals and acknowledging their accomplishments which makes students eager to learn more. Making progress is the goal for both me and my students, and we work together to make that possible. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I have started teaching shortly before college, and have a proven track record of working as an independent instructor and part of teaching collectives. I am a member in good standing with both MTNA and MSMTA, and have been consistently teaching students out of my home studio for the past 15 years. With younger students, I prefer emphasizing habit formation, such as setting a practice schedule, regularly committing to a set amount of practicing time, and develop a passion for the piano. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I believe the single most important part of a musician's work begins in the ear. Building a foundation in aural training, and understanding what you're hearing, will allow any student to then approach an instrument with clarity and patience. For most students at beginning or intermediate levels, I'll use a dual-curriculum approach to develop ear training/theory understanding alongside technical skill and practical ability. I create my own lesson plans with each student's needs in mind, in order to help them follow their personal path to musical success. Read More
Instruments: Bass Guitar
First and foremost, I love the performance and the expressive aspects of music, and I transmit this enthusiasm to my students. I also adapt my teaching to each individual, allowing the student to make an emotional connection to what they are learning and to apply that emotionality back into their playing. Understanding what the student wants and is interested in is the utmost priority in my teachings. I am supportive and positive at the same time that I present surmountable challenges that motivate students to do their best. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Bass Guitar Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
For young beginners, I generally will start with a beginning method book (such as Hal Leonard's Essential Elements) but the book will depend on the instrument as well. For older students, I want to know what kind of music they enjoy playing or listen to, and guide them along to reach their goals--whether that be to play in a band, write and record an album, or just become a better player! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
For beginners students I always try my best to find out what is the best method that suits the student to start with , I use almost all the methods of Guitar teaching plus practices that I developed from my long experience , working on both hands techniques, fingering and rhythmic advancing. For students who already had lessons before or been playing ,I always start with there current level and finding out if some missing techniques to be able to address the missing lessons and take from that point. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Piccolo Oboe Bassoon Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
The defining moment for me to become a professional musician was most likely the moment in middle school when I needed to decide what I wanted to do for the rest of my life, and the thing I loved to do most was play songs I heard on the radio on my clarinet and help others learn them as well.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
The reason I started to play more than one instrument is because in middle school, I knew that I wanted to be a music teacher and that music teachers needed to know how to play all instruments. Now, the reason that I practice so much flute, clarinet and oboe with saxophone is that I want to achieve "Woodwind Mastery", or the ability to play all woodwind instruments masterfully.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I was not a musician, I would either be teaching science to a high school class or be a Chemical Engineer, I always loved science, math and teaching.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Any jazz piece that is played with a group[ is a dream piece for me. Not only is it an opportunity to show everyone you solo and solo with your rhythm section, but also a time to hear someone else's musical ideas, which is a crucial part of learning how to solo and become better.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
For me, as a music major in college, I start with long tones and scale exercises, and then move on to my prepared pieces or whatever I am working on at the time. Usually, my practice time takes about 2 or 3 hours. The more you practice, the better you get.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The saxophone, like many other instruments, has many aspects that are difficult to master, because mastery takes many many hours of practice. In my opinion, one of the hardest aspects of saxophone and music in general is shaping phrases not only in classical music, but all genres. Finding the way a phrase is supposed to be played, even in an improvised solo, can take many years of practice alone to learn how to shape, and then take advantage of.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I chose my primary instrument, Alto Saxophone, because it fits into so many different genres in a unique way. It also has a beautiful and unique sound in all of those genres respectively!
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I did not have a teacher inspire me, but many of my friends began to play instruments before me, and I wanted to join the fun, so I began my musical journey with the clarinet.
When will I start to see results?
Within a few weeks of practicing the skills taught in the lessons, you should begin to see results and improvement on those skills on your instrument, but this will all depend on how often you practice.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If you have an instrument, you are ready to learn! I can teach any student from any level, even if they cannot make a sound yet or read music.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
To practice with efficiency, it is important that you have a complete sense of focus. This means no TV, internet, replying to texts, etc while practicing. This may sound hard, but your practice will become more fruitful if you practice without any distractions.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
My most proud musical accomplishment is receiving the Semper Fidelis Award from the Marine Youth Foundation. This reward is given to one student in each school, chosen by the school and the foundation. The award is given to the student who shows the most traits of musical leadership, including Interest, enthusiasm, selfishness, endurance, knowledge, dependability and loyalty.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I am currently attending Towson University for a degree in Music Education. I chose this degree because while I do enjoy playing and performing music, I feel like I would thrive better in an environment where I could help other musicians better themselves and love music more.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
My favorite genre of music to play is jazz and all of it's sub genres, my favorite sub genre being funk. My favorite funk artists are The Brecker Brothers.
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