Music Lessons in Old Hickory, TN

Instruments: Clarinet

For beginners, I like to establish a steady embrochure and hold on the clarinet. It is important to establish these crucial elements. I also strongly believe in scales right off the bat and try to integrate these in an interesting way, along with some beginning solo repertoire. Past that, I love getting my intermediate students started on weekly or bi-weekly etudes. For the more serious student, I base it off of what they are currently trying to achieve, such as upcoming auditions, orchestral repertoire, competitions, summer festival prep, etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Flute Clarinet

I have taught high school band for 5 years and have been playing brass instruments since 6th grade! I have also taught beginning guitar and piano! I'm excited about teaching music to people who want to learn! Read More

Instruments: Piano French Horn

2011 - Present: Musika Lessons LLC-Piano/Music Theory Instructor 1998 - Present: Private Piano/Music Theory Instructor 2003 - Shin-Juang Elementary School (Taiwan) Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am an enthusiastic instructor who enjoys helping students gain confidence and enjoyment with music. In 2010, I received my masters degrees from Eastern Michigan University in Classical Guitar Performance. Since 2000, I have played well over 1000 concerts in pop rock band The Outer Vibe as a writer and guitarist. My touring experience has given me the opportunity to play all across the United States. My background in classical and pop music has given me an appreciation for all music and I love sharing it with students. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium

I started teaching lessons when I was in my undergrad and really enjoy working one on one with my students and watching their incredible growth and how they fall in love with their sound and music along the way. I encourage students to practice as much as they can without hurting themselves. While taking private lesson is a great step for becoming a better musician only seriously practicing for one hour a week while I teach will not get them to where they want to be. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Began playing guitar at the age of 10 and for the following 7 years took private lessons with renowned music teachers in Rio de Janeiro/Brazil. At the age of 18, moved to Boston, to study at the prestigious Berklee College of Music under the tutelage of a number of great musicians. Worked professionally while studying at Berklee as a session player and played at Guitar Night – a concert sponsored for its top 5 guitar players of the year. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For elementary school-aged students and younger who are just starting out, I will typically see if the student is familiar with, and a fan of, any classic or contemporary pop or rock music. If so, then basic chords and rudimentary music theory is where I like to start. If not, then teaching the student familiar, single-line melodies, using them to build up to basic scalar concepts and toward a more classical-oriented education is appropriate. Read More