Music Lessons in Trafford, AL

Instruments: Piano Violin Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba Keyboard

I'm a passionate and energetic teacher who loves working with students to achieve their goals. I graduated in 2007 with a BA in music. I have performed all over the country with different ensembles. I've played with the St Louis Big Band, The Orlando Jazz combo and several traveling ensembles. I have taught in public schools since 2010. I started private instructions in 2016. During that time I have taught over 200 students of various ages. Read More

Instruments: Piano

For all of my beginning students, I use the method book Piano Safari because it teaches them reading music, playing music by rote, and technique all in one. There is a child version and an older beginner version. For students who are not beginners, I find them solo pieces that are suitable for them that they enjoy so that their playing will progress. For each lesson, I take the time to make a lesson plan. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I come into a lesson with a plan, but I try to engage students in a individual manner that keeps them interested and growing. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have played guitar since age 15. I am experienced in Jazz Band, Combo, Orchestra, studio, mixing, mastering, production, live performance, sound check, and instruction. I can read and write music and have won multiple awards. I have 3 cds. I recorded my first demo at age 16. I am a professor of criminal justice and work in asset and profit protection. I injured one of my hands doing construction on my home. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Drums Music Keyboard

My approach to teaching is something that I take very serious. I believe in being the best not being number #1. I love music and want to work with musicians who want to get better and take their music endeavors to the next level. One of my teachers at Jackson State University told us that as a musician you are supposed to get better as the years go by and as you get older you become even stronger if it’s vocals or instrumentals. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo

I am a passionate instructor who loves to see students of all ages gleam when they accomplish a goal. One step is the next step for success. I am currently going for my masters in Geography. On the side I play flute and saxophone at my church. I have been playing flute since middle school and have won many awards and after I went to play at Jacksonville State University. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Drums Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Most of my lesson plans are customized for each student, depending the style they are interested in, and the level that they are already playing. Generally speaking for beginners, I begin with teaching about the instrument (string names, frets, tuning, etc.). Then we move on to chords, starting with the easiest ones to play. Once they have grasped how the instrument and chords work, we continue on to melodies and simple 3 chord songs. Read More