Music Lessons in Norene, TN

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion

My musical pursuits started in the 5th grade when I began playing in school band. Throughout Middle and High School I played in All County Jazz and Symphonic band. Upon my graduation I was accepted into Berklee College of Music on a merit-based scholarship and received my Bachelors of Music in Drumset Performance. It was at Berklee that I also began my teacher career and discovered the rewarded endeavor of sharing my passion for music with others. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Mandolin

I began teaching guitar when I was 15 years old. At first it was like many part-time in high school, but it quickly became a passion for me. I grew to love watching a student discover the things they could create as they learned to use the instrument. It is like watching them find an entirely new world. In order to encourage this, I have found that the lessons have to be fun and the musical preferences of the student have to be taken into account. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I have been teaching Skype students for the last year. I'll teach whatever the student is eager to learn. We could cover anything from a song on the radio, to superimposition to flatpicking. I am at the mercy of the student. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga

My teaching style revolves around making the learning experience fun, challenging, and relate-able . I provide challenges that can makes the students strive to learn new and interesting music as well provide a since of accomplishment for that student and joy. By having these challenges, I help the student reach for newer heights and help develop a since of growth, not just in music, but in their lives as well. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

Currently licensed as a substitute teacher and a paraprofessional (teacher's aide), I have much experience in a classroom setting and assisting elementary through high school students. I have held both licenses for over 5 years. I also have previous experience as the coordinator for an after school program through Chicago Public Schools, which I was employed by, and running the program as well. A lot of the program consisted of individually assisting/tutoring students from elementary through high school. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I've been playing guitar since I was 10 years old and had the pleasure of many great musical experiences along the way. I've performed countless amounts of shows around the nation and credit my on the job experience as equally important to my musical education. I encourage all of my students to perform as soon as they are ready and hope to motivate them to share their talents with the world. Read More