Music Lessons in Cherryville, NC

Instruments: Piano

I have been teaching piano on and off since 1982. I worked with children between the age 6 and 18 years but enjoy teaching students of all ages. My students are also encouraged to have recitals twice a year. I organize activities such as concert, performance, and exams. I use my pedagogical skills to achieve the best education for students in my classes.Each lesson is customized to meet the individual needs and goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2007, I graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Guitar Performance. I have performed all over the countryside with bands that play anything from jazz - pop - rock. I can teach any style of music. My primary instrument is guitar with a concentration in jazz. I have extensive knowledge in music theory, jazz theory, and music literacy. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Saxophone Clarinet French Horn Music

I am a firm believer in appropriate fundamentals are the key to stronger and healthier playing skills. In my lessons, I will encourage many types of fundamentals to round-out students playing abilities at the level which is most appropriate at the time. I work by the "Not good, Not bad, But better" philosophy. I will always focus on what the student needs and the best way for me to streamline their learning to achieve their playing objectives. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ

playing since the age of 10, I have been gifted to play by ear. After discovering this gift . I enhanced my skills by learning to read classical music, jazz and contemporary gospel and hymns. I received some training at Fayetteville state university school of music and the school of music in Charlotte,NC and also received some training from dr, bracket and also some of the best musicians in charlotte NC. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I have a firm grasp on playing and teaching Classical, Jazz(including improvisation), and more commercial styles of music. As music is my personal passion, I aim to get my students to share that passion with me and enjoy making music as much as I do! I want to help students reach their personal goals, and maybe even help them put in auditions for various competitions or joining their own district and even state bands, both Classical and Jazz. Read More

Instruments: Piano

With him as my inspiration, I developed my talents, won merit scholarships at Hochstein (the music school I attended in Rochester, NY), and even had the opportunity to perform live on WXXI classical radio station. My goal as a teacher is to foster the same kind of love for music in my own students and to help them make musical discoveries for themselves! All my students experience a top-notch curriculum including music theory, technique, performance opportunities, composition competitions, and practice motivation. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I began teaching privately in college in 2000. Since then I have maintained a studio of students in my home and in their homes. I believe focused, goal-specific practice sessions are key to developing a love for music and one's on instrument. Many of my students have earned superiors at state festivals and have won music scholarships to various schools. I strive to have each student develop individual goals for themselves and their musical experiences; whether it be simply getting better for the love of playing, or striving to perfect their skills to excel at various auditions. Read More