Music Lessons in Tallahassee, FL

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

Before approaching any instrument, I would evaluate the depth of my student's stick control and basic technique, regardless of their age or experience level. I feel teaching students the musicality of percussion is imperative. Some people just think drumming is simply wailing on a surface as loud as possible. This is only half true :). I would discuss the importance of musicality and explore the different ways to portray music. Drummers are also musicians. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I try to meet every student at their level. I mold my lessons to the student's aspirations and goals. If a student is only taking lessons for fun, then the repertoire we choose can be very flexible. If they are trying to get into college or to audition for a program, we will choose repertoire together that is appropriate and puts them in the best light. I will push a student proportionally to how hard they work. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone

I am currently earning my doctorate degree in saxophone performance from Florida State University, studying with Dr. Geoffrey Deibel. I hold degrees from the University of Missouri- Kansas City, studying with Professor Zachary Shemon and from Montclair State University, studying with Professor Stacy Wilson. Throughout my studies, I have garnered awards, including first prize in the Montclair State University Concerto Competition for 2016 and 2017, as well as the Missouri State MTNA Competition in 2018. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I have experience teaching since high school, as I was a prominent member of the marching band and was given teaching responsibilities starting my sophomore year in 2014. Since then, I've taught marching band small groups, wind band sectionals, chamber group coachings including brass quintets and saxophone quartets, and some larger chamber groups of woodwind, brass, and percussionists. I have also been a member of various jazz combos from 2015 to 2020, organizing setlists, personnel, and gigs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I currently lead my own group and recently released my debut CD New York Stories. In March 2011, I was the guest artist at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Spring Jazz Festival in Houston, TX. I have had the opportunity to perform extensively across the United States and Europe and have performed at many of New York's premier live music venues such as The Blue Note, Birdland, and The Knitting Factory. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

As I previously mentioned, I try my best to keep lessons as fun and engaging as possible, because I feel that creative enjoyment is a very important motivator in this field. That being said, I do encourage and appreciate a consistent practice schedule so that my students may advance at an appropriate pace. I also believe that acknowledging when a student has succeeded and lauding them appropriately for their hard work is a very valuable facet in creating intrinsic motivation. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I have been performing professionally for more than a decade till I migrated here in the US. I ran my own voice coaching clinic in Malaysia for 5 years and have had a long list of successful students during my coaching service. I did a graduate certificate in Vocal Pedagogy at Rider University and Voice Specialist Certificate at Berklee College of Music. Singing and Voice Coaching is a passion...I care greatly for my students and their love for singing. Read More