Music Lessons in Holly, MI

Instruments: Piano Oboe Bassoon

I'm very friendly and patient. Learning music should be enjoyable, and never a burden. My students learn at their own pace and have fun doing it. I'm happy to work with youngters, providing they have a basic grasp of letters and numbers. Older beginners are some of my favorites, those who may have always wanted to learn and never had time before. It's never too early or late to bring music into your life, as it helps with concentration, dexterity, and relaxation! Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass French Horn

I have performed all over the globe for communities from San Francisco to New York to Ykaterinburg, Russia. My main instruments are bass, electric bass and French horn and have a background in all forms of improvised music as well as classical and orchestral repoertoire. My experience in the Air Force Band from 2006-2014 reinforced the skills necessary for professional musicianship that I cultivated at several fine music schools. Some famous venues I've played include Avery Fischer Hall, NY, and Shoreline Amphitheater, CA. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I am highly practical in my lesson time with students. Most people want to learn an instrument in hopes of performing in front of people someday or to have the knowledge of that instrument in their arsenal for other musical endeavors. My goal is to make their goals a reality. One thing that was really instilled into me by my teacher was "raising your ceiling". Just because the music your playing is "easy" doesn't mean that should be the ONLY music your playing. Read More

Instruments: Viola

Zhen H. is a talented violist among his generation, and he also established an excellent reputation across an unusually varied range of performing the activity. In addition to his solo play, he is regularly a chamber music player in many music festivals. His passion for chamber music continues to find a variety of outlets. In 2019, Zhen H. participated in the Heifetz Institute in Virginia. Zhen performed both solo and chamber music at the festival; the performance built an excellent reputation. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I actually do not have a specific method of instruction. Due to the fact that I teach multiple styles, I approach each student based on their particular needs and experience. I do, however, incorporate the study of technique and basic harmonic progressions with all styles of study, whether one is learning a jazz standard, a show tune, or a classical sonata. I do not approach technique with the standard, potential rigidity for which it is usually associated; Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums

To me it is very important to balance the technical and creative aspects of development. No matter what age/skill level I split time during lessons into activities that develop technique and language, and compositional, creative activities that help each student explore their instrument and what they have to say with it. This balance can be altered depending on the interests of the student or parent. I also encourage students to bring in songs that they want to learn/play along with to keep the lessons relevant to their musical interests. Read More