Music Lessons in Churchville, NY

Instruments: Guitar Clarinet Bass Guitar Recorder Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I teach with a casual, approachable, student-based technique which brings about progress at the student's individual pace. I enjoy connecting with students' creativity as their skills grow and watching their ability to express themselves musically. Music is an art, and expression through music is an amazing personal experience. I receive great rewards in being a part of the journey as students discover a deeper sense of who they are and what they can communicate through this unique and amazing form of expression. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Saxophone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Mandolin Tuba Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

I have taught nearly every instrument in a standard orchestra. I have taught singing, guitars and such, music theory composing and sight singing as well as sight reading and music history. It is always essential that the student is excited about the genre(s) we use in learning music. Yes if music is not fun then it is worthless. That being said fun is a many splendor thing. I started teaching guitar in my teens. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Saxophone Flute

I feel that it's very important to see what skill level each student is at in order to meet their needs. I want my students to be challenged during lessons but still have fun playing their instrument. We would work on grasping the fundamentals, such as scales, embouchure, etc. but I will make sure to include things that each student would find challenging, engaging, and fun no matter what their skill level or ability is. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For beginning children, I typically like to use the Alfred series of beginner books depending on the instrument. I also like the students to rely on their ears just as equally, so the other half of the lesson is usually dedicated to learning music without relying on reading music. Of course, this is all dependent on the student's needs or prior experience. More importantly, I want to teach the student what they are truly interested in with music, and I have plenty of material to discuss if they are unsure of this interest. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I have experience with teaching all ages and demographics, and I enjoy teaching a diversity of students. Please don't hesitate to reach out about taking clarinet lessons with me. I am an encouraging and fun teacher who caters my teaching style to the needs of the student, and I work with students to accomplish long term and short term goals. I have extensive knowledge of solo and ensemble repertoire and method books. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

I am enthusiastic about introducing myself and sharing my passion for music in the world of the double bass. With a rich background including over a decade of teaching experience as well as more than more than five years of professional playing, my musical journey has been shaped by prestigious institutions such as the Eastman School of Music and the Interlochen Arts Academy. I have had the privilege of joining the stage with distinguished orchestras like the Albany Symphony and Binghamton Philharmonic, alongside various other orchestras across upstate New York, as a substitute player. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I am a classically trained pianist from the New York area who has performed chamber music and solo recitals throughout the world including Steinway Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and the Tenri Cultural Institute. I have been a featured artist at the International Bergen Arts Festival, held in Bergen Norway. I have won prizes in numerous competitions including first prize in the Grieg Young Artist Piano Competition held in Sarasota, Florida in 2015. Read More