Music Lessons in Farmingville, NY

Instruments: Voice

...I encourage my students to regularly practice and to a set schedule because I think thats the key to progress, which leads to gaining passion for the instrument. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano

...My teaching style is to connect with each student. I believe it is important, because every student learns at a different pace and in different ways, so the lessons can not be overly structured. ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo Mandolin

...Depending on a student's level of experience I use either the Mel Bay Modern Method or the Berklee Modern Method for the development of reading skills. More importantly, I can draw upon a large library of transcriptions and instructional materials that I, myself, have developed over the last three decades, supplemented by recordings and videos.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Bass Guitar Recorder Double Bass Keyboard

...I am regularly performing in a wide variety of settings from jazz to avant-garde to hip hop and anything in between. Some of my past teachers include Susan Hagen, Dave Holland, John Patitucci, Cecil McBee, Danilo Perez, Frank Carlberg, and Jason Moran among others.... Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

...Its crucial that theory and the foundation of how to play the instrument go hand in hand when learning clarinet. As the student gets comfortable with the clarinet and theory we can explore more genres and techniques.... Read More

Instruments: Piano

...I get it...." The catharsis of experiencing music, understanding music and connecting with the music. This is the ideal sequence that I hope to achieve with any and all students.... Read More