Music Lessons in Canal Point, FL

Instruments: Piano Saxophone

I am an experienced, dedicated saxophone/piano teacher who is eager to work with students at all skill levels. I have over 50 years of playing or teaching music and I look forward to sharing the knowledge that I have gained over the years with my students. My professional saxophone experience involved traveling to much of the northeastern part of the country, playing gigs focusing on blues, jazz, soul, rock RB. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I am flexible in any teaching style the student will excel in. I will tailor the lesson to meet the students needs. I feel the best and most complete method is the Arbans Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet. Arbans Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet has long set the standard for trumpet pedagogy books. Within its pages, students can find detailed exercises and instruction geared to make the aspiring trumpeter into a first class musician. Read More

Instruments: Drums Ukulele Mallet Percussion Djembe

I meet people where they are. I know that every person comes with their own experiences and challenges. I aim to cater my teaching methods to the individual's needs. I will build lesson plans based on the student's interests and needs. We can explore the instruments together in my collaborative, creative and fun teaching style. I like to see people smiling and know that if you enjoy what you are doing, then that is the most important aspect of learning and becoming inspired to expand creative knowledge more. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I have had 25 years of experience teaching both privately and in the public schools of Abington, Mass. Many of my students have gone on to major in music in college. Many have become professional performers in jazz bands, concert bands, and symphony orchestras. I am a very positive thinking person, and always try to have this become an influence on the attitude of my students. I feel that learning to play a musical instrument is an integral part of developing self confidence, and getting along with others. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Recorder Mallet Percussion

I began teaching after graduating high school in 1999. I have had many levels and ages of students. I find that each student is on their own path of learning and private study is the best method of determining how to keep the students passion and motivation engaged at a successful level. I enjoy working with young children learning to read music to adults who want to hone thier craft of 'jamming in a band'. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

My four years playing in the Navy was an experience in learning that could not have been accomplished elsewhere. I traveled the world performing concerts everywhere and finally ending up being the lead trumpet with the then brand new Orlando Naval Training Center Show Band. After leaving the Navy, I formed my own show band and toured the US for five years, playing night clubs and backing up such entertainers as The Four Aces, Joanne Castle, Bobby Rydell, Fats Domino, Dick Contino and Al Hirt. Read More