Music Lessons in Bessemer City, NC

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I am a motivated piano instructor. I enjoy teaching as well as learning what genre my student likes to play. I have been playing as a church musician since the age of 16. I had the opportunity to play for the adult and youth choirs. I am versatile in different genres however, I specialize in gospel music. My method of teaching is to learn scales in every key, as well as teaching the student to read music as well as ear training. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

My teaching experience dates back to my high school days when I began teaching private lessons part time, and started a program for underprivileged students to have group lessons and perform throughout the community. I also have five years of experience teaching middle school and high school music in public schools. I love to see my students enter various competitions and perform in recitals. I am always looking to work with new students of all ages, regardless of past musical experience! Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My musical background began when I was just a child, learning how to play the guitar. My father, also a musician, told it to me straight when he said "learn how to sing and play the bass and you will never be out of a gig!". I took this advice and tried my best. I also went to the best teachers, too. I studied music, practiced along with my favorite songs, and plucked out chords and melodies until I moved on to music theory, sight-reading, and composition throughout my school years, eventually attending a Jazz specific playing studio to further my musical education. Read More

Instruments: Voice Music

I'm a passionate and motivated voice teacher who loves working with students of all ages and sharing my love of music and singing.  I graduated from the University of Maryland in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education, Vocal Major.  One of the greatest experiences of my life as a musician was having the opportunity to perform twice at The White House for President Johnson with the University of Maryland Madrigal Singers. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe in creating individual course plans for each student. I always ask what the student wants to learn and if he has any particular songs he wants to learn to play. I try to teach him something basic as soon as possible that he can share with family and friends. This helps keep him interested. I teach how to hold and tune a guitar, left hand positioning, using all four fretting fingers and other basics. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Saxophone Clarinet French Horn Music

In my lessons, I will encourage the student to work at their own pace, but making sure they fulfill the objectives as we move along. I want my student to be as comfortable as possible while pushing them to succeed simultaneously. I am a detail-oriented teacher who thoroughly enjoys seeing my students succeed and enjoy their musical journey. My ultimate goal is to give my students tools for a better life through music education. Read More