Music Lessons in Crown Heights, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

1987-present: teaching guitar, bass, piano, songwriting, film score composition, arranging, production, and audio engineering. 1989-1992: Adjunct Professor of Art History, Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY. 1996-present: teaching studio painting and life drawing. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Hi! I have been a drumset educator for over 3 decades. I benefited from formal education on the drumset, and I want to pass that along to you so you can experience the full joy that this wonderful instrument can bring you! I understand that each student's journey is specific to them as an individual. As such I tailor my teaching to the direction that they want to go with drumming. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I believe every person can sing, but I know not every teacher can get every student to do so. One of my strengths as a teacher is building the voice in students who have been told they have none - who have been told they have no shot at being a singer. Taking each student "where they're at" currently, building the voice from that point, is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things I know how to do as a teacher. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

They must also muster up impressive right and left hand coordination just to play a single note. Because of this I give students a lot of room to play around and just enjoy holding the guitar and making any appreciable sound with it. Especially with very young children, I find this is key to keeping them engaged and curious about the instrument at first. I learned early on that many students get discouraged if they don't quickly enjoy the sounds that they are making. Read More

Instruments: Flute

I am demanding in terms of focus and dedication. There is pride shared when a student is successful. I don't measure success based on how many auditions or competitions someone has won, but a smile after completing a difficult task, a concept that finally hits home, or the enjoyment a student has when they can experience their improvements are the successes I strive toward. These are things a student and a teacher can control. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I would want nothing more than for kids to be excited and determined when beginning every class with me, which is why I wanna keep things fun and energizing always! Especially teaching online mostly, I know how easy it can to stay unfocused or disengage, which is why the material we cover will always be catered to what the student feels comfortable with while also being challenging enough for their skill level at the moment. Read More