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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Music lessons in Sacramento . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Voice
My teaching experience begins when I apprenticed under my Choral teacher in high school and she would ask me to work one on one with certain singers that needed extra help. I started teaching private lessons part time at 17 and continued all through college. I have been consistently teaching students in my home for the past 5 years. I am a firm believer that in order to truly excel in anything you must have a classical foundation. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone
For beginners, I start with a mixture of the Suzuki method and the Essential Elements book. I find that combining ear training while simultaneously developing the ability to read music only accelerates the learning process. Teaching adults of any level are all about assessing interests and goals. I find out where the interest in creativity lies in every individual and work on developing that so the lessons remain fun and fulfilling. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Trombone
For three years I was a camp counselor in the La Honda Music Camp (Hayward, CA). As a counselor, I looked after 10-12 middle school-aged girls, oversaw brass sectionals, coached trombone, and assisted in the junior wind ensemble. In high school I used to coach my classmates in the trombone section. In my grad school years I began to teach beginning piano and trombone. My hope when teaching music is that the kids have a lot of fun learning their instrument, so I always encourage them to learn songs they'd like to sing/play along to. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar
When it comes to teaching, I find the most important thing is that we work towards the goal of what the student wants to learn - in the case of their preferred styles/genres of music, and the songs that they really enjoy. Every student has their own individual skill level and pace that can be developed and worked around. First, I would find out the level of skill and musical interests of the student, then I would create a lesson plan utilizing all of the tools at my disposal - both from my personal experience and from other educational sources, such as: Blues books, Rock books, Classical guitar/piano books, theory books, and tablature books, or music from popular bands. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Trumpet Fiddle French Horn Electric Guitar
While in high school and college, I mostly tutored other students in history, chemistry, and math. However I worked as a private instructor for students learning violin and guitar for much of 2017. I was trained classically in violin in the Suzuki method, took rock/folk-based instruction in guitar, and learned brass and percussion through my high school marching band, which also doubled as a concert ensemble for half of the school year. Read More
Instruments: Piano Accordion Mandolin Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I started to teach during my time in Music College.It was teacher job in small elementary school with different groups of children in Moldova. After that I worked in Music school for students with individual lessons and conducted orchestra classes. After State Institute of Arts I got promoted in Teachers College for teaching music instruments and conducting of Folk orchestra. After fifteen years of working there,I worked some years in State University as music instrument teacher,after I moved in USA. Read More
Instruments: Drums
At age 13 years old, I started playing the drums, first with private instructions with some of the greatest drummers in New York City such as Gene Krupa, Cozy Cole, and Rufus Bede Jones. I played in High school Band, University of California Jazz ensemble. I toured at many schools. I was on the same teaching staff with Tony Williams, Steve Smith and David Garibaldi. I teach all styles of drumming. Read More
Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
To play and perform the Bach Cello Suites on my bass trombone. They are immensely beautiful and challenging pieces on the instrument and a reward worth working for!
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I am also a bass guitarist, and DJ, having played in many bands ranging from musical pits, ska, metal, rock, and I DJ house, techno, latin etc. I began DJ'ing because I enjoyed performing music by myself and DJs can be their own conductor and orchestra all in one person!
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I chose music composition because I love music so much, I wanted to learn the inner intricacies of the pieces I was playing and how to write them myself. I also enjoy writing solo material and am working on a book of etudes for the bass trombone.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
It's always good to begin practicing with long deep breaths, counting in 4 and exhaling 2. Calmly begin the warm up exercises which for trombone include snake exercises, long tones, and slurred arpeggios. After about 10-15 minutes we then take 15 minutes to practice a solo piece and then 15 minutes to practice a new exercise or excerpt. If a new solo piece is introduced we may spend all 30 minutes learning the piece. Then we wind down with long tones and range exercises for 10 minutes.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I use the Arban's, Rochut, and various excerpts and materials from orchestral repertoire and other solos. For example: Bach's cello suites are immensely beautiful solo pieces, and can be a great study tool for brass players who may be missing solo material of that style or caliber.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I'm proud that I have reached a point in my career where I can knowledgeably pass on what I've learned to the next generation of musicians. Everything I've accomplished as a musician or composer pales in comparison to imparting that experience to my students.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I started on trumpet thinking it would be the simplest to learn only having 3 buttons. How I was wrong. I had a hard time reaching the high notes so I switched to baritone in 7th grade, however, I wanted to play in the jazz band so I switched again to trombone. I was a decent enough 2nd trombonist but I could play lower than our 4th trombonist so I again switched to bass trombone and there I stayed :)
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Yes, my school band directors, my parents, and my private trombone instructor have all influenced me greatly with my musical endeavors. A good instructor can open your mind in ways you can't conceive.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Brass instruments are inherently difficult. They require a lot of air and are physically demanding. That said, there are ways to train your body and lips to handle these obstacles and you end up with an amazing sound only the brass instruments are capable of.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
When I practice, I like to take small breaks here and there for 30 seconds to a minute to clear my mind and refocus my efforts. It's okay to not perform a passage perfectly the first, second or third time. Just continue working and you'll get there!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child wants to learn an instrument lessons help at any level. I myself started in high school however even beginning lessons in 5th grade can help your child improve dramatically.
When will I start to see results?
Like everything in life, the work you put in will contribute to the results you accomplish. To learn math, you must first learn addition and subtraction and continue building upon that knowledge every year with practice. The same is for music! If you work hard and practice, you will not even notice how far you've gone!
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