Music Lessons in Saddle Rock, NY

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Electric Violin Fiddle

As an instructor, its important to me that my students are developing both their skills and their love for music at an equal rate. I do this by assigning exercises and material that will be both rewarding and fun for the student. I also set timely goals so that they have something to look forward to in their next lesson. During my lessons, I also do a lot of mirroring (showing how I play a certain passage with my instrument) so that they can visualize the proper implementation of a passage. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Accordion Banjo Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I also recognize that every student is different and will cater the material and course of study to the individual (based off a mix of my observations, what the students communicated goals are, and what the parents communicated goals are) above all of this, my main goal is to spark and maintain the joy for singing, and to foster the thought that control over the voice just boosts the passion for it. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

Again I teach all styles and start with the basics and get you to play, read, and write your own music right awayMy reward is that you learn your reward is that you can play this is a two way street of this journey and we can go as far as you like. I also can teach you about the music biz and what they look for in talent that is, the instrument I instruct you on. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Most recently I made my Kennedy Center Center debut singing the leading role ofUSMC Philipin the new Opera Fallujahby Tobin Stokes Heather Raffo.In the opera FallujahLaMarcuss sensitive and vulnerable portrayal is riveting. His vocal command will have you hanging onto every note- DCMTA Adding to my numerous appearances, I've performed a broad array of oratorio and sacred works including Kodalys Te Deum, Malcom Archers Requiem, Handels Messiah, Haydns Missa Sancti Nicolai, Mozarts Requiem, and a recital January 11, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I began teaching about in high school about 8 years ago, and have loved watching my students surpass their goals and develop their own passion for music. For me, inspiring students to develop productive practice habits and routines is one of the most essential beginning steps, especially for younger students. My students have ranged from young first time players, to older players who are serious about getting their playing to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Cello Bass Guitar

For beginner students I always like to start from the Hal Leanords Essential Elements. It is a great way to start a student off and provides them the fundamentals they need to improve. After that I like to mix in a combination of scales and etudes to continue their technical training while introducing solo pieces to give them something more interesting to play. Starting from a strong foundation will allow the student to progress much faster and helps keep them from getting discouraged. Read More