Music Lessons in Ridgetop, TN

Instruments: Guitar Drums

I am enthusiastic about teaching others both how to play and understand the art of music. In 2009 I graduated from North Central University where I truly fell in live with music and gained a passion for learning and performing through both my education and the rich Fine Arts culture in the city of Minneapolis where I studied. Since graduating, performing professionally has been a wonderful experience and tantamount to my ongoing growth as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

The method used for teaching a student how to enjoy music should be practical, intuitive, and natural. I begin by training a student how to listen (in the same way that a child would hear words before he could speak). From that point, a student learns to "speak" or play musical sentences. Finally, the reading skills are developed. Through this approach, musical literacy is founded and then the art of mastering the instrument begins by developing sensitivity and fine musicianship. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am enthusiastic and compassionate instructor with a desire to share my love of music. My musical background is rooted in the church and I have been playing since I was twelve years old. I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2020 with a degree in contemporary writing and production. One of the highlights of my life has been travelling across Europe getting to share my gifts as a multi-instrumentalist, during my time in Europe I composed for Orchestras, conducted, ranged for shows, and performed. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

On 2014, toured the US – on the Guitar Gods tour which featured artists such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Bumblefoot (ex-Guns ‘N Roses, Sons of Apollo) and Gary Hoey. A few years , started teaching music in the USA to private students and later at a School of Rock music school in New York. I currently play shows with artist Taylor Dayne. My debut album LET IT OUT was in the 1st round of voting (out of 2) for the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards in the Record of the Year category. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

My personal background with singing is in opera, classical and musical theatre. I have sung all over the world in various theaters and have accumulated a wealth of knowledge about singing technique but also know how about the business itself. With this experience I have been able to help my students navigate any technical issues with their singing as well as reach their personal goals of success through the industry. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

It is so rewarding to see a students eyes light up when they learn a new musical thought or concept! All students are different from one another, some have a harder time understanding certain elements in music, everyone has a different personality with strengths and weaknesses. So I ALWAYS treat my students as an individual. Comparing any student with another can damage the self confidence of the one that may be struggling. Read More

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

As a guitarist I have experience performing professionally with acoustic, electric, and classical (nylon) guitars, as well as banjo, mandolin, 12-string guitar, b-bender guitar, and ukulele. In Nashville, I have worked as a sideman and "hired-gun" with various songwriters, performing for both live and recorded music. He also works as a recording engineer, producer, and studio musician on several instruments. Freelancing as a performer I have played with many ensembles including extensive work as a theater musician. Read More