Music Lessons in Elmsford, NY

Instruments: Flute

I am a passionate and dedicated instructor who loves working with students and sharing our love of music. I graduated from the Mannes School of Music with a Masters degree in Flute Performance. I have performed as a soloist, chamber musician, as well as an orchestral flutist during the 14 years of my life as a musician. I've had the opportunity to perform at Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall, as well as appearing on the Wind Masterclass Series featuring Demarre McGill. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I have been teaching from a young age in The Netherlands as a independent private instrcutor, where I had the experience of teaching young students from as young as the age of five. As I got more experience, I was able to start teaching at the Centre of Young Musicians, where I would lead dedicated young musicians in a Jazz combo. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

Before focusing on technical issues of a piece, I like to dive into the styles of composers and explain to the student what sort of cultural background the music comes from. I also try to explain the importance of the theatrical aspect when it comes to performing on an instrument like the piano. I believe it is important to teach students what it means to offer the audience a complete artistic journey and an experience that will blow them away. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Music

Doctorate candidate in Music Performance, Master in Music, and MBA. I have been teaching trumpet and wind ensemble internationally over 20 years. My trumpet students have placed first in both regional and state competitions performing in both small and large ensembles. The wind ensembles I conducted also have participated in WASBE Conference, Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival, WMC Kerkrade, and Midwest Clinic. I have studied with some of the greatest performers and teachers in the world and have also studied both Alexander Technique and Body Mapping, which has greatly improved my own perspective on the body's effect on great tone production and efficiency. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

Etudes/Exercises: Etudes combine learning of the scales, with phrasing, character and expression. There are multitudes of etude books and exercises that we can explore to find the right match. 3. Solo (and/or chamber music, audition music, etc.): The last part of lessons focus on any music that students are currently working on or would like to challenge themselves with. Whether it is an audition, recital, or competition, we will take the time to learn the music you love to play! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I started piano when I was 5 years old and voice when I was 13 years old. I attended the Interlochen Arts Academy my last two years of high school as a Voice major and Piano minor and went on to achieve Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in Voice at the University of Michigan. I studied piano in college as well. As an alum of The Juilliard School, the Metropolitan Opera and many regional companies and orchestras, I will share with you the secrets to my success, and help you achieve success as well! Read More