Music Lessons in Lakeside, CT

Instruments: Voice

Every week I like to challenge my singers to expand their musical horizons. Whether its by showing them a new genre or introducing acting through song, I want my students to be more than just singers. I want them to be PERFORMERS! I focus on ear training and vocal health when first starting with a new student, making sure they have the fundamentals for a long lasting career. I create my own lesson plans for every individual student always being sure to include a fun and exciting exercise/game! Read More

Instruments: Voice

I am an intrepid, versatile mezzo-soprano whose life and vocal work go hand in hand. First and foremost a singer, I have dedicated myself to experimenting and refining my own voice and vocal potential. Born and raised in Connecticut, I began singing formally at the age of thirteen and followed that passion to my Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Western Connecticut State University, where I focused on classical art song and operatic aria. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2002, I graduated from UMass with a Bachelor of Music degree in Percussion Performance Music Education and then a Master's in Percussion from University of Illinois.Performing all over the country has been one of the greater experiences of my life as a musician to include the Midwest and all over the Northeast. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

I develop fundamentals of music theory such as note-reading, tablature, chords, scales, arpeggios andvarious techniques. I ensure that sessions are conducted in a friendly manner while maintaining discipline as well. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My teaching experience dates back to even before my college days. I began to teach both in private lessons and institutions to various age groups. I was teaching during my undergrad and grad studies, and now I am a full-time teacher. I do teach both classical and Jazz. I am specialized in Jazz, but I have a very strong classical background (I studied classical piano during my undergrad even though my major was jazz). Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Keyboard

For more advanced students, I use technique books and etudes by Hanon, Czerny, Pischna, and Chopin. I don't use a cookie cutter approach, but match the book to the student. It is important for me to expose the student, no matter the age, to not only written material, but chordal structure and basic harmony. Knowing the basic chords is important for understanding where music comes from, and even how to compose simple compositions. Read More