Music Lessons in Parkside, NY

Instruments: Violin Bass Guitar Electric Violin

I typically use the Suzuki method violin books, but I can also work with Strictly Strings and Essential Elements. Depending on the natural strengths of the student, we may start with music fundamentals or jump right into violin setup and technique. I typically pair the books with exercises of my own invention meant to isolate the technique at hand for that lesson. We will integrate reading the music with the physical connection on the instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I have taught private lessons for eight years and general music at a school for five years. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar

I love teaching music. I make the lessons fun and I am very easy to get along with. I work around you! I will not make you learn a style that you are not interested in. I plan my lessons in advance so that I am always prepared.I provide facts about the music business through out my lessons so the student understand more about being a musician. I am currently working on my third degree in music. Read More

Instruments: Voice

Fortunately, while attending graduate school I was given the opportunity to teach as an associate professor of voice at the Conservatory level. I worked with many different age groups as well as vocal styles. I encouraged my students to perform in a recital at the end of the semester to help them strive for their personal best. It was so wonderful to see how improved everyone was at the end of the year. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

Im a pianist, composer, and dedicated music educator currently pursuing a PhD in Composition at SUNY Buffalo on a Teaching Fellowship. I received my BM from Oberlin Conservatory in Music Composition. Prior to my undergraduate studies I attended the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where I majored in trombone performance and studied both piano and composition privately. I have performance experience in both classical and jazz music. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I began leaning in the Walter Beeler method when I was in fourth grade. I have been exposed to various different methodologies to teaching brass instruments. I would tailor my instruction to give each student the best opportunity to be successful. I will focus on exercises such as lip slurs, long tones and technique, all while trying to throw interesting musical tunes in to keep the student guessing and interested. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

To reiterate, nothing is more rewarding than to see one of my students naturally develop with the tools they already have. I encourage musical exploration and to see my students retain the fundamentals and advanced technique I teach in my lessons. Every student is different, with different comforts, and different predilections. I believe in strengthening what is lacking, or better yet, holding a student back from being the musician they dream to be. Read More