Music Lessons in Takoma Park , MD

Instruments: Drums

...I love method books and written resources. Most of the books I use are specific to the goals of the individual student. So below is a list of a few books that I like: Syncopation by Ted Reed Stick Control by George Stone Patterns series by Gary Chaffee The New Breed by Gary Chester Realistic Rock by Carmine Appice The Art of Bop Drumming by John Riley The Commandments of RB Drumming by Zoro Future Sounds by Dave Garibaldi Four Way Coordination by Marvin Dahlgreen and Elliot Fine Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer by Jim Chapin Studio and Big Band Drumming by Steve Houghton Universal Rhythms by Dave DiCenso ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Double Bass Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

... A great partial of my previous occupation required that I develop individualized programs to facilitate the needs of various learning categories.  I utilize all previously acquired knowledge and experience to facilitate adequate and effective outcomes for all of my students. ... Read More

Instruments: Drums

...There is elements of pitch, body language and speed of speech also. The same applies to music. There is a jazz saying; "Play what you mean, and mean what you play."... Read More

Instruments: Trombone

...I also think it is important to let students choose their own issues to work on. You have to let students have their own say in their development, to keep the lessons fun and interesting for them.... Read More

Instruments: Voice

...My Vocal Performance history consists of, however, not limited to the following: • Performed with Donnie Mcclurkin -Greater Allen Cathedral, New York, NY (2 consecutive years) • Performed with Yolanda Adams, Columbus, OH • Performed with Dottie Peoples, Washington, DC-Kennedy Center • Performed with Angela Brown (NY Met), Cincinnati, OH • Performed with Take 6, Cincinnati, OH • Performed for The Boys Choir of Harlem to increase enrollment for Wilberforce University-Harlem, NY • Performed at Darryl Green's Retirement Party, Washington, DC • White House Christmas Reception-attendee for reception with Chris Tucker, Angela Basset, Star Jones, The parents of Travon Martin, Lynn Whitfield, Caroline Kennedy, Forest Whittaker, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, Photo with First Family (2 Consecutive years) • Performed British National Anthem for The Prince of Whales, Washington, DC • Performed National Anthem for two (2) consecutive years for the Cleveland Cavaliers • Current contracted vocalist/soloist and Alto section leader for Howard University Chapel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Patrick Lundy & the Ministers of Music, (recording artists) Washington, DC • New York Performance at the Greater Allen Cathedral with Rachel Ferrell, New York, NY • Performed at the Bet Gospel Fest, Baltimore, MD • Performed at Bethesda Jazz & Blues Supper Club with sons of Serendip, Bethesda, MD • McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour invitee for background Vocalist for 2012 Fred Hammond Summer Tour • Former member of Children of the Gospel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Women & Men of the Gospel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Heaven's Reign A Capella Group and Wilberforce University Choir, Wilberforce, OH (2004-2009) • Praise and Worship Vocalist for Pennsylvania Avenue Baptists Church (2017-Current (seasonal)) • Brown vs.... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo Latin Percussion

...Music is fun! And learning it shouldn't be any more different! I encourage the student to explore what they love in music, a song, a movie, and try to figure it out on the instrument.... Read More