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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: Ukulele
Hello! I was originally trained as a classical cellist, but I fell in love with the ukulele when I was in high school. In college at Loyola Maryland, I was the president and founder of the ukulele club which was featured on the Today Show with Al Roker in 2017. I perform with my ukulele when I can at coffee houses and events. I sang in choirs and a-cappella during college but when I sing or perform alone I always use my uke. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Trombone Bass Guitar
I have been teaching off and on since I was a teenager. I have taken my knowledge of music from many talented and diverse musicians across many genres. I have spent a significant amount of time on the road and in studios learning from some amazing people. I try hard to use all of this knowledge in providing students with fun, helpful, and diverse lessons. Read More
Instruments: Voice
45 minute - an hour long lesson: Warm up Work on an assigned piece or pieces Use assigned pieces to improve upon vocal or harp technique Learn how to best express the text and musical line of the piece For vocal music - create an interpretation unique to the student Work on pieces that stretch and challenge the student Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ Keyboard
For young beginning students most of the time I like to use John Thompson's ''Easiest piano course'' as a practicing book,for their hands position and finger velocity I use ''A Dozen a Day'' and also I introduce them to music notation,spelling and writing with various Theory books . For older and adult beginners I choose different books. I have my own customized methods to teach different age groups and personalities.The most important thing is that a music lesson should be fun, not a burden. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo
Lessons are challenging yet fun. As students improve their skills, I find they usually enjoy playing even more than when they started. I try to find ways to make scales and tone exercises more interesting so students are more likely to incorporate these things into their daily practice. It is also important to choose repertoire that is the right level of difficulty so students are not bored or frustrated. When a student is struggling with a new concept or a difficult technical challenge, I can offer them many different ways to identify and then practice the issue. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My teaching style has been described as one that rewards hard work and dedication, but leaves room for experimentation and fun. I believe that each student has unique gifts to offer the world, and it is my job to uncover them through a combination of connecting to the individual as a person and allowing their personality and aptitude to shine. My goal is always to inspire my students to want to learn, instead of fostering an environment where they feel forced into it. 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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