Music Lessons in Carl Fisher, FL

Instruments: Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I used to play in local bands but no longer have the time. Teaching students gives me the opportunity to be more engaged with music and to play more often. If you are willing to practice and follow the finger exercises as shown regularly, you will be playing solo in a matter of weeks. If you cannot devote a minimum of 3 hours/week to practice, it will take more time. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone

I feel that mapping out individual progressions is very important.  There are basics that everyone benefits from, and from there work a plan for you!   Read More

Instruments: Voice Clarinet Recorder

I am very passionate about spreading the love of music to people of all ages. I am a proud graduate of Bethune-Cookman University with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Technology. I studied clarinet under Dr. Philip O. Paglialonga, member of the P. E. N. Trio, and Author of the clarinet methods book "Squeak Big", who studied under the great Mitchell Lurie among other great clarinetists. In addition, I studied operatic voice under Dr. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I encourage all my students to learn the basic rudiments of music including music theory, sight-reading and playing ‘by ear’. I recommend Mel Bay’s “Children’s Guitar Method” and Hal Leonard’s “Guitar Method Book 1” for school age children. However, many of my students have decided to concentrate on learning basic theory involving chords and scales to develop ability to play ‘by ear’. When working with voice students I focus on basic theory, breath control, and vocal scales to develop student’s ability to discern musical intervals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I focus in simple exercises and patterns so the student gets familiar not only with music theory but also with the mechanics of both left and right hands. I like to make these exercises based on music that my students like, for example if you love Metallica or AC/DC I will create an exercise based on one of their most popular songs. You are not much into rock music? Read More

Instruments: Guitar

My teaching methods vary according to the level of the student and the style that he/she wants to play. I have different books for studetns that would like to focus on being blues guitarists or rock guitarists. From the moment that the student will achieve a satisfactory progress about understanding the basics of the guitar, we will add songs that will he/she like to play, according to his/her level. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

For beginning students, i start with the fundamentals technical basics of the instrument like long notes, scales and flexibility. Once the student has progressed, i will start with Arban's method book, H.L.Clarke Technical studies for Trumpet and my own exercises. Later i will introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first performance. For adults, i try to find out what the student is interested in, and from there, use that with my instruction to keep the lessons engaging and fun for them, no matter their ability level. Read More