Music Lessons in Downtown Tampa Bay, FL

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For children, I draw influence from the organization of the Suzuki method, while still maintaining the emphasis on fun. (Learning TV theme songs, etc) Fundamentals are introduced with memorable examples tailored to the students musical interests. For all other levels of experience, I encourage the student to share with me what exactly it is that they want to learn or need help with. If the student has no idea, I will take over and decide what is missing from the students repetoire, and find the most effective way of tackling these new skills while maintaining fun. (EMPHASIS ON FUN) Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

Hello All: My name is Sarah. Classically trained violinist and pianist who loves working with students of all ages. I obtain a Master's in Music for violin Perfomance from the University of Miami. Violin has been my instrument for 26 years and piano, 23. I recently taught as an orchestral director in Miami-Dade public schools . Experiences include elementary to high school students. I have taught privately and in groups as well for many years. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Drums Synthesizer Euphonium Keyboard

While in grade school, I also took a liking to local music scenes and other musical endeavors outside of the academic environment and began to glean from those influences as well. Upon graduating high school, I was accepted into the University of North Florida to play euphonium. My freshman year I performed with UNF's top Wind Ensemble at Carnegie Hall. My focus shifted to playing piano primarily and I spent the remainder of my tenure there in UNF's reputable jazz program in their top combos and big bands, working with world-renowned clinicians and staff. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Florida Conservatory of Music, Jacksonville, Florida, Piano Teacher, August 2003- Present Department of Defense Schools, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Substitute Teacher, October 2005-January 2006 San Juan Del Rio Catholic School, Jacksonville, Florida, Piano Teacher, September 2003-April 2005 Yamaha School of Music, Baguio City, Philippines, Piano Teacher, March 1985-September 1999 Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Recorder Music Keyboard

Taking music lessons is an awesome experience, and my goal is to make it as fun and accessible as possible for each student. I have high expectations, but I make sure that the goals we set are achievable and realistic for each student. We discuss those goals together, and work toward them at the right pace for the student! Everyone is different, and I want to make sure that each student gets the best learning experience for them! Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

First in a lesson, I will go over what the student already knows, and what they have been practicing, as well as what they would like to practice. The student might not know what there is to practice or learn, so I'll give them materials and the tools to be able to get better with practice. I understand that not everyone will find playing a new instrument natural, and that's okay. Read More