Music Lessons in Proctor, AR

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Keyboard

My teaching style is fairly relaxed, a student needs to enjoy the lessons or we are really wasting our time. There is no reason for music lessons to be dreary, almost all of my students enjoy their lessons and have no problem coming back week after week to be challenged again. For advanced students I really want to focus on the music you really want to play. If its your dream to play light classics for friends and family, then we will work on that. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

He made it an enjoyable and fun experience for me and I desire to do the same for any student I get the privilege to teach. I love exploring the untapped potential in my students, celebrating with them when they understand a new concept or learn a new skill on their instrument. One of my favorite things is watching my students grow as musicians over the time I get to teach them. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Ukulele Euphonium Tuba Music

I’m a creative musician based in Memphis, Tennessee. I am a classical/jazz trombonist by training with additional experience as a composer, singer-songwriter and electronic musician. I live in the Cooper-Young area of Midtown, Memphis and teach from my home. I have equipment such as music stands, supplemental materials, and a few extra instruments that I can provide during a lesson. I have 3 rescue pets, including Pierre the cat, Norman the hedgehog, and Jolene the chicken who all love music as well. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet

At the age of 9 I was introduced to music and this has allowed me to have a passion for what I love. I enjoy working with students to help them further their dream and walk in their purpose through music. In 2010, I graduated from the University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Performance. During my years In college, I traveled to different cities and states to perform and I really enjoyed presenting my gift to the world. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

I tend to start beginning students with the Hal Leonard Essential Elements books, but if I find that the student either has previous experience or else progresses much faster than normal, I will move them to the Rubank Blue Book instead. Fundamentals are a critical element for learning any new instrument, and that includes playing scales. When I am first beginning, I will work a student through the scales until they have played them through correctly. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Harmonica

As the son of two teachers, I've seen first-hand how important great teaching can be in a young student's life. My first formal teaching experience came while working at Camp Laney--a summer camp for boys--during college. While there, I had the pleasure of working with students of varying ages and experience levels in guitar, voice, and even songwriting. I've also been a guest lecturer at Lausanne Collegiate School's occasional creative workshops. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

My musical journey began when I was 12. I fell in love with the piano immediately. 3 years later I was working on my first instrumental album. My second piano teacher, Joan Gilbert, from Julliard School of Music helped me really uncover my raw talent in high school. This is the first time I trully was inspired and effectively motivated by a piano teacher. I had two teachers before that. I continued to write music, perform at recitals and provid music for church and school events. Read More