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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Music lessons in Chicago . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion
I strive to ignite passion in my students. With passion, a student will be able to express themselves musically in any way they would like through their instrument. By doing so, these students may go out into the real-world and say what they need to say and communicate with other musicians. This will not only develop their musical sense but also will develop their personality and their way of life. Read More
Instruments: Piano
My teaching dates back to my high school days, as I began teaching private lessons in my students' homes. I learned as I went along the different ways to engage different types of students, and I loved seeing the growth from week to week. I've found that my students took a lot of pride in learning to play a song they thought was too difficult for them, or in overcoming a specific hurdle. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
I think my job as a teacher is to help my students find ways to make their day better through music. Music is a language. And in any language, the right words can make anybody smile! With the overwhelming amount of music that the world has to offer; becoming fluent can become a daunting task. By helping students reach realistic goals, exposing them to music they otherwise wouldn't discover, and encouraging them to find ways to practice that they enjoy; Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet
My teaching experience started while I was in high school. By my senior year, my band director gave me opportunities to lead the band by directing and running sectionals. During this time, I also worked with students one on one as needed. As I went on to college, the same trends followed. My undergraduate school was smaller than most and I was able to step in as a role model almost immediately. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Synthesizer Recorder Electric Violin Double Bass Conga Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe
I'm a passionate and caring music educator and I love inspiring those around me to feel comfortable harnessing their expressive energy and manifesting it into art in their lives, specifically music. I study Music Theory and Composition at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with strong foundations in music theory, improvisation, and intuitive integration of sound and imagination. I started playing the cello at the age 17 years ago and have loved it as my primary instrument ever since. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon
My teaching experience began in the fall of 2010, when I started my college career. Since then I have been teaching private lessons and have also taught in group homes. I encourage short, frequent practice sessions with a variety or repertoire to keep students motivated. I am always looking to bring on new students of all ages! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Viola
Hello future students! I am a happy, caring, and kind teacher who balances these traits with a serious expectationfor students topractice and be willing to learn new things. In 2000, I graduated from The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education. Currently I am working on two different Masters Degrees-one in Music History and the other in Education. Teaching private music lessons along with teaching in the musical classroom for 14 years hasencouraged me toexperience students from all different age groups and all walks of life. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
There is a Navy Seal expression "Slow is Fast. Slow is efficient; efficient is fast; slow is fast". When it comes to practicing and instrument, whether it be scales, or a specific lick or riff, one must always start slowly. It can be a little frustrating to some, but making sure that you start slow and build your way up is the fastest and most accurate way of learning any piece of music. I always remind myself that the players with the fastest fingers had to build their way there, nobody is born playing music, we all learn it slowly.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
When it comes to guitar and/or bass, the only thing that really matters is the size and strength of the student's hands. The child will be ready when their hands are ready. Anyone can learn any instrument, but not every hand can fit across the neck of a guitar or bass. I typically just say most students under the age of 8 are a little too young, but there can be some exceptions depending on how fast the child is growing. If under 8, I say learn piano for the theory and start guitar/bass when your hands are big enough.
When will I start to see results?
Everyone sees results at different speeds, and everyone will consider different accomplishments to be a result. If you have never played a note on an instrument, you could consider just being able to play a couple notes on the guitar/bass to be results. However, if you are more advanced, results could be understanding the theory, or learning a new song that was too hard for you before. Results depend on goals, but any goal can be achieved with time and practice. No one can get WORSE at an instrument, you will only improve with time.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My inspiration for getting into music did not come from a teacher, but from my own passion and desire to be a guitar player and bassist. My teachers, with their talent, inspired me to practice, and made learning my instrument enjoyable and fun. I do not think a teacher can inspire someone to get into music, the student has to want to be a musician on his/her own, and a teacher's roll is to help the student reach their goals in an enjoyable environment, giving advice and pointing out strengths / weaknesses.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I chose the guitar first, and then picked up bass later in life. I chose guitar because as a young child my parents listened to a lot of guitar heavy music from the 80s. I grew to become very fond of the music they listened to and wanted to be able to play something. Then when I saw videos of these bands performing, I was drawn to the guitarist, I thought he was the coolest one. I picked up bass later after listening to funk bands and how important bass can be. Everyone will be drawn to a different instrument, the instrument will choose you.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I am very proud of being accepted into, and obtaining a degree with honors from the world renown music school Berklee College of Music. I am also proud of being able to write, perform, and produce my own album. I am also proud to have been chosen for the working band I am currently performing for, because it allows me to play hundreds of shows to hundreds of people a show as a job. However, what is the greatest feeling of accomplishment is always be able to help someone else reach their goals as a musician.
23 Years
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Cities with Students
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