Music Lessons in Bedford Heights, OH

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Organ Piccolo

Empowering my students is my first priority. They will be able to perform a song from the first lesson. I want them to enjoy learning and look forward to their lesson every week. I want them to feel confident about their musical ability and about themselves. My basic structure is a warm-up, review of previously assigned material, introduction of new material, and finishing the lesson with a student chosen song. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I love music!! I began playing the guitar at age 9 in South Florida and never looked back! My first band (The Independence) was in third grade and I have been in numerous bands since then ranging from rock and blues to Country. I listen to and play a variety of styles of music ranging from Country, Blues, Pop, Rock, Progressive Rock and Jazz! I love it all ! ! I studied privately with Jazz guitarist, Paul Farkas for over 7 years as well as Vince Bredice at Miami Dade College in South Florida... Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music

I have been the head of the flute department at and head of the wind department at the conservatory level. Recently I was the principal flutist in a professional chamber orchestra for many years and currently I am teaching. As much of my professional career has been in Latin America, I am bilingual. I have taught students ranging from ages six to sixty and from beginner to professional levels. Throughout my career, I have remained in contact with students, a large portion whom have found employment in music. Read More

Instruments: Violin

For example, if a child is beginning on the instrument for the first time and looking to play in the school music programs, I will start with a few different method books and focus on technique (while incorporating various puzzles and games of course!) On the other hand, there may be someone who has previously played and may just be looking to learn some of their favorite songs. I believe in a personal lesson experience to make sure the student is getting what they desire out of the lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is straightforward and practical, always emphasizing the goals of each student specifically. The benefits of reading and understanding sheet music as it relates to your instrument far outweigh those of simple tablature used for guitar and banjo etc. However, in some cases it is practical to use non-traditional forms of instruction. A good teacher's goal is to help the student advance, even if it doesn't happen in a pre-conceptualized fashion. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I began teaching lessons out of my home thirteen or fourteen years ago.Most of mystudents come to my home where I have a deepprint and video library which I can use to pick the right repertoire for each student. I truly believe that half of my job is simply convincing the student that he or she can do this! A little success goes a long way toward inspiring more practice and desire to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I grew up in the chicagoland area where my music career started young. I tried many instruments but eventually landed on guitar early in high school which has been my passion ever since. After High School I continued guitar and studied at Elmhurst College near Chicago, while there I performed with many ensembles in a large variety of genres and styles. I have toured internationally and around the country. The last few years I have been performing with Brass From the Past, a 13 piece ensemble performing rock, soul and motown classics from all eras. Read More