Music Lessons in Ellendale, TN

Instruments: Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet

At the age of 9 I was introduced to music and this has allowed me to have a passion for what I love. I enjoy working with students to help them further their dream and walk in their purpose through music. In 2010, I graduated from the University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Performance. During my years In college, I traveled to different cities and states to perform and I really enjoyed presenting my gift to the world. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Ukulele Euphonium Tuba Music

For beginning students, such as children I focus on developing strong fundamentals such as air control, mouthpiece blowing, and hand-eye coordination with their instrument. This slowly moves into rhythm and pitch reading for beginners. Intermediate to advanced students build on these fundamentals and also have the privilege of learning repertoire with performance possibilities. For adults I like to see what suits their personal interests and then work together to achieve their goals through mentorship and collaboration. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am 29 years old and have been playing music since I was 9 and actively playing in bands since age 15. Starting with classic rock and blues, I slowly began to encompass a wide variety of styles into my playing, like funk and reggae. I graduated from Wake Forest University in 2013 and actively played jazz with the music program in addition to having an independent student band. After graduating, I moved to Spain for a year and played acoustic guitar all over the country. Read More

Instruments: Piano

A Memphis native, Stephen L. studied with legendary Jazz pianist Donald Brown at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville before heading to New York City to finish his studies and further hone his skills in some of the most well-known jazz venues in the world. He rounded out his studies with a Bachelors degree in Jazz Performance from City College in New York City and a Masters degree in Education from Freed Hardeman University. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I am very good at using life example to help students understand what I mean. Although practice is very boring, I could help students explore various practice methods, like the rhymich changes etc. to help them find out more entertainment. I am very detailed in teaching to tell them how to analyze music and put analysisi into playing and many skills to help them overcome some difficulties in differeinent playing factor. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

I am a well-rounded flutist who is passionate about teaching others to be passionate about their craft. I have two master level degrees in flute performance with a lot of performance and teaching experience. I was a graduate assistant to the flute studio at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which required to to teach lessons, teach music theory, and World Music. At the University of Memphis, I served as a teaching assistant to the Music Theory department teaching aural theory courses. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I value musical literacy very highly and spend a great deal of time focusing on the fundamentals of reading music. I believe that if one can read the music and hear it in one’s head that anyone can play it. In addition to literacy I teach my students to establish a daily checklist of long tones and lip flexibility. I make my lessons engaging for everyone and am flexible to the students needs regardless of ability levels. Read More