Music Lessons in Elfers, FL

Instruments: Drums Acoustic Guitar

I like to build the lesson plan around the student. Everyone learns differently so it’s simply a matter of assessing each student individually. There are fundamentals in both guitar and drums and once I learn about my new student, I am able to build a strategic plan that allows us to effectively communicate so that we can make the most out of our lesson/practice time. I like to find a way to relate. Read More

Instruments: Flute

Putting a label on any student, and/or compartmentalizing students is the last thing I would ever do. There are a couple of good method books, but introducing appropriate solo repertoire as early as possible creates a sense of self accomplishment, and so I normally follow my teaching instincts to know exactly the best time to bring this into the picture. I am a careful listener, and compassionate teacher who really cares. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

I have been using the Bastien method since I studied it in the Engel School of Music in Orlando since I was six years old. I have been playing original composition since I was 10 and encouraged the pure enjoyment of playing the piano. I have studied the Robert pace method at Rollins College, as well as the Hanon Virtouso Methed. I have studied at a Collegiate level the musical forms a various methods in Electro acoustical music from Paul Reller local in the area as graduate of Eastman, as well as other top and staff of the University of South Florida in Tampa. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Bass Guitar Electric Violin Double Bass Music

Substitute Teacher, Kelly Educational Staffing Tampa, Florida 2015-2016 Kelly Educational Staffing is a private staffing firm that assist with the substitute program in Florida. As a substitute teacher I helped educate many students in a variety of subjects. Being a teacher means being a mentor and role model to young people. During my time as an educator I taught in several positions and roles. Everything from music, math, and the sciences in schools as diverse as Blake and North Tampa Alternative. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I began playing the clarinet at the age of 12. My primary clarinet teachers were Jack Fisher, William Holman, Thomas Ridenour, Carmine Campione, Brian Moorhead, and John Yeh. I earned my B.M. and B.S. degrees from the University of South Florida and my M.M. degree from DePaul University. I have performed, and still perform, with many orchestras throughout Florida including The Florida Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic, St. Petersburg Opera, Sarasota Opera, Southwest Florida Symphony, Orlando Philharmonic, Brevard Symphony, Space Coast Symphony, and the Walt Disney World Candlelight Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Harmonica Ukulele Mandolin Acoustic Guitar

I am a multi-instrumentalist, having played piano (classical and pop/rock/blues and more) for 25 years, guitar and vocals for 17 years, and various other instruments including mandolin, banjo, blues and folk harmonica, bass guitar, 12-string guitar for over 10 years. I studied music and theory since age 5 all the way through the university level. I have taught professionally starting in 2014. I also compose songs, and love playing out. I love seeing students flourish and think in new ways. Read More