Music Lessons in Piedmont Heights, GA

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo

A native of Jamaica, Andre Jones began his music education at Herbert Morrison Technical High School in Montego Bay, Jamaica, under the tutelage of Mr. Dwayne Haughton and Mr. Carl Matthews. He received a Bachelor of Music from Alcorn State University in MIssissippi and a Master of Music from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Louisiana. Jones studied under Dr. Andrea Kapell Loewy of The University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Mr. Read More

Instruments: Drums

The most rewarding thing in my life is seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! I believe it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace no matter what. I set realistic goals for my students at each lesson as the next lesson will be intertwined with the last. It is encouraging when students gain praise for their accomplishments. It helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Keyboard

Piano students will also learn basic rhythm comping skills and learn what it's like to play in a rhythm section while I accompany them on drum set.  I have my lesson booklet available for purchase in which each student can design their own curriculum to meet their goals.  I also recommend additional books for each student as they develop more specific interests and needs. Piano/keyboard students will learn all scales/ chord progressions, soloing ideas and work out of a fake book. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I use up-to-date, traditional style method books that include: Lessons, Theory, Technique and Performance. I supplement this with solo sheet music and pieces that are of special interest to the students. I use computer software to help reinforce new theory skills. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass

I have a love for teaching as well as for learning, and am always sudying something new. I have experience performing in a range of styles, from classical to jazz to rock and pop to bluegrass. After graduating from Reinhardt University, I took contracts on cruise ships, playing electric bass in show bands and orchestras on Carnival and Princess cruise lines; this gave me the chance to see much of the world, as well as the opportunity to perform challenging music nightly. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

It brings me joy to see one of my students become passionate about music. It is something that can be taught under the right circumstances. With that knowledge, I recognize the importance of guiding progress to his or her own pace. I always set goals and aim to teach something new every lesson. Setting short term goals shows real accomplishments that help fuel students motivation to stay dedicated. As I said before, I am a student as well and I learn a lot by teaching. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

I always like to set realistic goals both for my self and students. Music is my life purpose and passion, and my job is convey that, so its a transfer of both efforts and energy to the students! I make learning fun! Nobody wants a boring teacher. People want spunk and with-it-ness and make being creative fun! I have the best time teaching when both students and i are on the same page with making learning fun! Read More