Music Lessons in Hamburg, MN

Instruments: Cello

Holding the position of assistant principle cello of the New York Youth Symphony for two years, I have performed in Carnegie Hall seven times both with them and with my quartet. I have freelanced and played numerous gigs in NYC both with chamber ensembles and with such orchestras as Ensemble 212. Being an active performer, I have given frequent solo recitals in Lefrak Concert Hall and Sundin Music Hall in St. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I use a variety of books for teaching, and prefer to not use just one. It is essential for students to study scales and arpeggios, so a scale book, typically the Flesch Scale book is required. Other books I use are -Suzuki -Solos for Young Violinists/Violists -For Strings (Though I use Suzuki books, I do NOT teach the Suzuki method. I strong emphasize music reading literacy, and this requires the ability to understand by reading, and not by hearing alone). Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute Piccolo

I am passionate about music and having individuals find their strengths in playing any instrument. I look forward to start working with you! Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I like to begin students in the Arban's Conservatory Method book, it is a very thorough book with a lot of examples of most technical things a student should work on. It is a very comprehensive book that doesn't focus on anything in particular but covers everything well. I then like to move into books that focus more on different aspects of playing such as Charlier, Vizutti, Brandt, and Orchestral Excerpt books meant for Smphony auditions. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Euphonium French Horn Music

There is nothing more rewarding than seeing your student, change before your eyes. To develop a passion to create music, and to help others. Short term and long term goals are essentials for progress, and creativity. To put together different people from all walks of life and have them create beautiful music, collaborating with one another in an orchestra, or a band. As a musician I can not just teach notes, but the language of emotion and communication through music. Read More