Music Lessons in Derby, NY

Instruments: Drums

A lot of teachers that I have dealt with were very rude, and terrible at teaching. My approach is more so trying to build a stable foundation and give the necessary tools to become a great musician! I not only teach you how to play the drums and how to hold the sticks etc, but I also teach how to get gigs, how to get people to notice you, what it means to have your own rider, how to promote your own brand etc. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience Began in 1986, when my own private teacher began giving me his younger beginning students to coach as his popularity and demand increased. In 1994, I relocated to Charlotte NC and worked as a Theater and concert lighting rigger, and in 1998 attended Luthiers International Guitar Repair and Building school and went to work as a full-time Luthier, serving the Charlotte Metro area's finest musicians and teaching 8 apprenticed who all ended up in the business. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Hello! I am a young guitar teacher who can help you take steps towards your goals of performing, writing music, or simply being proficient at guitar or bass. If you feel like you're stuck with your playing, or are having trouble getting started, I have the tools to help you out! I encourage my students to learn songs that they enjoy and bring them to me for help and a thorough explanation of exactly what is happening in the song, so you can learn the intricacies of the song instead of only knowing how to play it. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

For beginning students, I usually start with the Rubank Elementary Method. Having established the fundamentals, I like to introduce the student to a series of etudes and more challenging repertoire as the student develops. For adult students, I like to find out what they are intersted in and work from there, but I still stress fundamentals. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

My teaching style is one of stern motivation. I expect that each student will take the personal pride to prepare for each lesson by practicing the required amount and the assigned music. I can expect this because despite having a full-time job, I still find the time to practice and prepare for all of my lessons and performances. I also want my students to be successful and be proud of the performances that they are a part of. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I currently use Essential Elements 2000, but I am flexible if you would prefer something different. I supplement the method book by providing the student with additional exercises that I have found to be helpful in both my education and experience. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

I will present different methods and goals to each student and each lesson depending on their level, availability, and goals. If a student is a young beginner, the most important thing is simply to grow their love of music. For an intermediate adult, I will present new challenges to eliminate weaknesses and grow strengths that also still encourage fun. If a student is taking lessons to become a college or professional pianist, I will introduce repertoire, music theory, music history, and techniques that will be crucial information and skills to advance in the competitive world of piano. Read More