Music Lessons in Garden District, LA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Cello

My name is Riclebio S. I am a music teacher and a cello performer with an extensive experience in classical and praising worship music. Back in Brazil I attended the Federal University of Paraiba where I got my undergraduate degree with concentration in Music Education and Cello Performance. In 2016 I was awarded a scholarship from the Nicholls State University and studied cello and chamber music. Later, in 2021, I graduated with a masters degree in music from Louisiana State University and started my happy journey as a music teacher at Sacred Heart of Jesus School. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I have been teaching students privately for three years. I took on my first student during my junior year of college, and during those lessons I discovered my love of teaching. I was trained in Vocal Pedagogy by Jean Del Santo, a renowned pedagogue and professor at the University of Minnesota. As a teacher, I have helped students prepare for auditions, recitals, and major performances. I have also worked with students who are simply excited to learn more about the voice. Read More

Instruments: Cello Music

My methods adapt to each student, their age and their level. The books I use go from the Suzuki books to the traditional Fouillard, Popper or Sebastian Lee methods. The repertoire would also depend on the student needs and the type of music he/she wants to learn. The age of the student is not relevant to me. The learning process might be different but anyone can learn an instrument at any age so I try to treat everyone equally. Read More

Instruments: Piano

One of the most important aspects of teaching, is certainly to help my students develop a passion for music in general and in the piano in particular. Therefore, it's vital that my students progress at their own pace. Setting realistic goals for them, giving them the means to reach these goals, challenging them reasonnably, and acknowledging their accomplishments are the main ingredients of a wonderful, fulfilling, and enjoyable musical journey. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I hold a masters degree in viola performance from Florida State University and bachelors degrees in both music performance and business administration from Northwestern State University. I have been the recipient of several scholarships and positions that demonstrate my academic and performance distinction. I have performed in an array of concert venues in the United States and internationally in both solo and collaborative contexts. As a teacher, I am passionate about engaging students with music and guiding them in the development of mindfulness and discipline, which transfers into other aspects of their personal growth. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo Oboe

It brings me joy when I see my students progressing perfecting there craft. It gives students opportunities for personal, moral, and social growth in addition to the basic skills of music instruction. Creating meaningful musical experiences gives students opportunities to grow and explore music in ways they would not on their own. I will always go above and beyond to make sure students succeed by offering extra opportunities that will stretch and motivate students. e. Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

I have once heard that the pursuit of music leads to a lifetime of happiness, and I am a firm believer in that mantra. My ultimate goal is for all my students to find joy in learning, studying, and playing music. Therefore, I often tried to make my lessons engaging and enjoyable. My students not only play the notes on the page, but learn about the background of the music they play, the history and the aerodynamics of the instrument that they play. Read More