Music Lessons in Madisonville, OH

Instruments: Piano Trumpet French Horn

You or your child must agree to arrive at each lesson punctually, well-prepared, and with your instrument, assignment books, and music. To maintain sustainable progress, quality daily practice is necessary. Never be afraid to ask questions! You, your child, and I are on the same musical team and we are on a mission to help achieve your musical goals. If something is happening at home or school that is affecting you, please feel free to share this information. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele

James Meade is a classical guitarist from Eastern Kentucky who currently residing in Cincinnati. As an artist, he believes in working to broaden the cultural horizon of his instrument through the arrangement and performance of works from around the world. As an educator, he believes in an equality of opportunity for today’s youth in [music]education regardless of socio-economic position. James has given concerts throughout the United States, Ecuador and Italy. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

For a young adult or a prospective college student, I will generally focus on checking their embouchure, what their knowledge of major and minor scales are, how fluent they are reading sheet music, what reeds they should be playing on, and among things. We then move on to more advanced topics that would not be possible to cover in their band classes at their home school. Ideally, we would take a look back at our previously established goals, reevaluate them or set new ones. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

Private lessons are a great way to give your musician a fast-track to success! I design each lesson plan tailored to the students' individual needs. Progress is the key component for the pacing of each lesson. The goals set during and between every lesson are realistic and obtainable within a reasonable time frame. It's important for students to feel successful to ensure an enjoyable experience with music as well as motivating them towards future accomplishments. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Music Acoustic Guitar

I like to find songs that students really care about, because then they will be more interested in learning them. My teaching style is very flexible in that all students are different, and learn in different ways. Ive taught really young kids and Ive also taught seniors. I find it fun meeting new challenges and seeing what new musical abilities I am capable of. I teach music theory, piano, drums, guitar, bass, and voice. Read More