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Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar
Growing up in Las Vegas, I was steeped in my hometown's tradition of artcentric style and bustling entertainment industry. My love of practice and performance was sparked by playing viola in the public school system and city youth orchestra. When I picked up bass guitar as a teenager, I quickly became immersed into the music scene. Gigging with local heavy metal acts inspired me to begin my music education at AIMM, where I studied Music Production and Bass Performance. Read More
Instruments: Trumpet
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with practice away from the horn building their breathe control and mouthpiece buzzing. I will introduce them to Carl Fischer's Arbans Complete Conservatory Methods for Trumpet and other technical studies w/melodic expressions. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
At 22, I got into my first road band and spent the next 8 years playing concerts sharing the stage with many of the great name bands on tour as well. Bands such as Blood, Sweat Tears, Sugarloaf and Iron Butterfly are just a few to mention. When I came off the road my brother and I opened a music store and I began teaching the guitar. I keep the studentin mind and create a way to make the lessons fun and interesting. Read More
Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
I have been playing drums and percussion for over 25 years and teaching for over 15 years. I have taught all age and level of students. I love music. I love to share my love of music with my students. I will teach you what you want to learn, from rock and roll to marching band, I'm all about it. I believe we all share the same goal in music, we want to sound good!I will usemy education, experience and passionto help you reach your goals. Read More
Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba
For beginner students I like to start away from books and notation and work on sound production and call and response. This is a way to get the ear working and to have some fun with potentially the most daunting part of learning an instrument. Once we have mastered that we move to writen notation and try to match what we have been doing without the book. When a student has progressed towards a good understanding of music notation I will encourage solo repertoire and other projects that are of interest of the students based upon a common goal we have set for our time together. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
A review of where a student is in their musical journey is done before any lessons are given in order to make a lesson plan designed specifically for them. I inquire as to what the advanced students want to accomplish with their lessons so they can be placed on a path to successfully reach their goals. All students are encouraged to practice in order to reinforce what they have previously learned. Read More
Instruments: Bass Guitar
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
I do have some family members who are into music. My cousin is a wonderful pianist who studied Jazz at Loyola University New Orleans, and my uncle is a Classical guitar enthusiast.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I remember wanting to become a musician the moment I saw Paul McCartney live. I was 8 years and I thought to myself "I want to do that".
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
My second instrument was classical guitar. I had a student come to me and said they wanted to learn classical guitar. When I started playing, I quickly realized that my fingerstyle techniques from bass translated really well.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Skateboarding and baseball!
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
My favorite genre to play is Jazz. I feel like it gives me freedom to express myself musically while challenging me to focus on not just what I am playing, but what the entire band is playing.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Chromatic Fantasy by Bach on bass. Jaco Pastorius performed this piece on a fretless bass. To me, this song represents the ultimate ability of dexterity on the bass guitar.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have an Associate's Degree is Music & Technology with a focus in bass guitar. I chose this because I always loved to play bass and I wanted to learn every aspect of music theory around it.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
I spend 10 minutes warming up and stretching my hands. If I have something pressing (like a setlist for an upcoming show), I will spend 40 minutes learning the songs; followed by a 20 minute break. I will repeat this process until I'm day for the day.
If there is nothing pressing, I will do 20 minutes of timing, 20 minutes of scales, 20 minute break, 20 minutes of speed, and then repeat until I'm done for the day.
All in all: 40 minutes of practice, 20 minute break, and repeat!
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master is the discipline to practice everyday. It is not easy to practice when you don't want to. In those moments, it is important to have an end goal in the big picture. That way you can remember why you need to practice.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I choose the Hal Leonard books. From my experience, it has some of the best reading exercises for kids. Overall, their books are accessible and easy for beginners to follow.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
In elementary school, I had a music teacher named Ms. Snyder. She showcased a wide variety of instruments in her class and was able to incorporate music games around all of them.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
As a child, I was a big fan of Paul McCartney and how he used the bass as a songwriter. As I got older, I discovered Flea and became amazed by the possibilities of what could be played on the bass.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Time management. I recommend writing out a practice schedule. This will help make sure the student hits everything evenly and helps prevent over-practicing.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
They are ready when they express a strong interest in music. It is time when all the child wants to do is listen to and play music. It is not necessarily the age that determines if a child is ready, but it is their drive and focus.
When will I start to see results?
It all depends on how much time your are willing to put into practicing and what your end goal is. That being said, as long as you strongly commit to practicing, you can generally start to see in results in about a month.
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Cities with Students
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