Music Lessons in Hampton, FL

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Organ Harp Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Conga Music Keyboard Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

i have been teaching for 55 yrs. i was a theory comp major at northern kentucky university . i was a house writer for edge of the lake publishing in nashiville tenn. i am an inductee in the st augustine musician's hall of fame . i am a professional studio and road musician . i am a memeber of bmi ascap sesac. i teach all stringed instruments including piano and drums. i have worked with or fronted major acts with my own blues rock band 'the alligator cowboys' see you tube vids. such as foghat foreigner clarence carter james brown bob dylan confederater railroad david allen coe jaco pastorious doc severensin jr walker and many others. i love teaching as much as i love performing . my mantra for my students is . nothing is hard, it is only new. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Florida Conservatory of Music, Jacksonville, Florida, Piano Teacher, August 2003- Present Department of Defense Schools, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Substitute Teacher, October 2005-January 2006 San Juan Del Rio Catholic School, Jacksonville, Florida, Piano Teacher, September 2003-April 2005 Yamaha School of Music, Baguio City, Philippines, Piano Teacher, March 1985-September 1999 Read More

Instruments: Drums Music

Every good drummer knows the key to success in music: listening skills. I listen to and pay close attention to my students. An education in music is a journey that students must ultimately walk alone. Learning music makes new connections in the brain and can amplify success in other areas of life. My job is to provide the tools, support and inspiration that every students needs to make that journey. Read More

Instruments: Violin Music

Teaching Experience: My teaching experience spans over four years. I have taught a variety of players at different ability levels, spanning from age 3 to 26. Performance Experience: Ocala Symphony Orchestra Ocala, FL 2019-present Substitute University of Florida Symphony Orchestra Gainesville, FL 2019-present Concertmaster principal of second violins University of Florida Graduate String Ensembles Gainesville, FL 2019-present String quartet, piano quintet, piano quartet, string trio Furman University Symphony Orchestra Greenville, SC 2015-2019 Principal of second violins Furman University Scholarship Quartet Greenville, SC 2015-2019 Furman University Chamber Strings Greenville, SC 2018 Principal of second violins Furman University Opera Pit Orchestra Greenville, SC 2016-2018 Furman University May Experience Engaging Music Duet Greenville, SC 2018 Notable Teachers: Private Lessons Chamber music Master classes William Preucil William Preucil William Preucil Janna Lower Aspen String Trio Veronique Mathieu Thomas Joiner Miami String Quartet Nancy Chang Miles Hoffman Mary C. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium Music

Since High School (2005) I began to teach music in my own studio in Puerto Rico, working with kids and adults. My main goal is to create a collaborative work plan. I will never impose a single method in all the students, because we all have different aspirations and different priorities. I will help you as a student to accomplish any goals you can have and I will do whatever it takes to keep you motivated. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trombone Organ Music

For my beginner students, who are younger, I start off with the Faber series in the Primer levels. After progressing through the first few levels of the series, I then start to introduce solo repertoire depending on the interests of the student. For my older students, we also go through the Faber Adult Piano Adventures book, where we learn the basics of piano along with some fun pieces. I teach more information outside of the book which is not taught until later to get ahead. Read More

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion

I believe that every student is different and it is important for the teacher to be flexible and take their goals into account. Some students want to play in a band and deal with music and performance right away, and some students want to become very technically adept at the instrument. Above all, I believe it is important to be patient and to practice with a musical application in mind. Read More