Music Lessons in Cortez, FL

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Drums Keyboard

I graduated from Marshall University in 2006 with a degree in Music Education. A former professional music educator, my desire for freelancing and travel led me on a varied path all over the U.S. and Europe. Finally having settled in St. Pete, I hope to return to an endeavor I love so much - teaching musicians! I've played on cruises, in orchestras and operas, for musicals, as a soloist, and as many jazz, community, marching, symphonic, brass, etc. ensembles as you can imagine! Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is relaxed but consistent. The goal for students is first to enjoy music, and then progress at their own pace. I am interested in knowing what student is looking to accomplish in music and introduce ways and exercises that will help him get where he wants to get. Music is free flowing and so should be methods of teaching. Practice is key to success in this discipline, and it takes commitment and patience to become one with your instrument. Read More

Instruments: Voice

As I mentioned, I'm a cheerleader at heart, and I love to make my students laugh and feel good about their singing. I have been in situations myself as a voice student when I was made to feel self-conscious by my teacher or had even been close to tears in my discouragement over not understanding an instruction. No one should ever feel like, especially when doing something as vulnerable as singing. Read More

Instruments: Voice

My main goal is to help each student find his/her voice. Your voice is your unique vocal abilities, musical taste and creativity that only you can bring to the table.I believe each student has musical potential and gifts. I often find myself becoming the student and learning new things during lessons. We all have areas that we can work on and I can help you to do that in positive and friendly environment. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Accordion Keyboard

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements, Suzuki method and music theory combined. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I am a Musicians Institute (G.I.T.) and Berklee College of Music graduate who has been playing guitar for nearly thirty years. I've been featured in Guitar for the Practicing Musician magazine and was voted in the top five guitarists of New England. I studied under and performed with musicians such as Paul Gilbert, Billy Sheenan, Vinnie Moore, Frank Gambale, Craig Goldy, Scott Henderson, John Finn, and Joe Stump. Read More