Music Lessons in Crosbyton, TX

Instruments: Saxophone

I have been playing saxophone for more than 20 years. I was awarded multiple scholarships at South Plains College to play in their Symphonic and Jazz Bands. I have many years of experience playing at in my church choir as well. As a result of which I have played professionally at numerous weddings and other similar events. I have helped, develop and train several young musicians for performances at church. I have over 30 semester hours of college level musical education. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching private lessons part time in 2018, and have been consistently teaching students in my home studio since 2019. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument. I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet French Horn

It is very important to me that my students love coming back to me rather than dreading the next lesson. My mom used to always tell me about how her mom made her go to lessons and her teacher was horrible so she quit! I want to be very personable to my students and let them trust that I will do what I need to do in order for them to succeed. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Ukulele Euphonium French Horn Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon English Horn Keyboard Classical Guitar

For Band students I normally use the method used in class or I will use the Ed Suede Band method. I like this method because it starts out very basically and simply and gradually increases in difficulty. Voice students must first pass an Audiation test which is essentially a test of their sense of pitch. From there I begin with vocalizations followed by singing materials. I have composed my own First Studies for Guitar. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I have had many years of teaching experience both in public schools and private schools.   My goal for each student is to get them to produce the best sound they can.  This can and will be accomplished with practice on the students part. Read More