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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Music lessons in Virginia Beach . 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: Trumpet
Playing trumpet has always been a passion of mine, and I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to share my knowledge with other people. This past May, I graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education with a focus in Trumpet Performance. Over the years, I have been lucky enough to perform with and learn from incredible musicians, which has brought me many performing opportunities. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Recorder Euphonium
With all of my students I am kind, patient, gentle, humorous, encouraging, and positive with my feedback. Students regularly give feedback on the music they are making, as well as any new ways they think I might be helpful to them. I use Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory to help inform me of the students learning style. My goal is to nurture each students musical process. I support whatever pace students choose to employ, and tailor my instruction to their needs and wants. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I am a motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my passion for music. I studied at The Center of Music, in Virginia Beach, Va. Playing the piano has been one the most fulfilling accomplishments of my life. I've had the opportunity to work with song writers and compose music for them and accompany singers during their performances. Music is a gift that I love sharing with my students and my goal is to help my students meet their musical goals, one lesson at a time. Read More
Instruments: Piano
For young learners, lessons are designed to be engaging and fun, incorporating creative exercises that spark curiosity without overwhelming them. Interactive storytelling through music helps these budding pianists connect with the instrument emotionally, setting the stage for lifelong passion rather than mere proficiency. For older students, the focus shifts towards refining technique, exploring advanced repertoire, and developing a nuanced understanding of musical theory. My dual experience as a performer and teacher enables her to offer insights that are both practical and inspirationalinsights that help her students not only master challenging pieces but also find their unique artistic voice. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
I have taught guitar lessons for the past 5 years and have taught a number of students. I strongly emphasize the importance of practice, patience, and diligence in learning and pursuing music. I believe that learning music is a skill that will carry one far in life as it is one of the few pursuits that is for the most part self-motivated. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet
I have been playing saxophone for almost 30 years. I started in the 5th grade and instantly fell in love with the sax. In the seventh grade, I found a new love, the violin. After only a year of playing, I obtained the status of concert master. I continued both through high school and in the ninth grade I added the bassoon to my list of insturments. I graduated from Norfolk State University in 2006, majoring in both the saxophone and bassoon. Read More
Instruments: Voice
Each student is different. My teaching style depends on the need of the student. However, generally, I will start with technical exercises to help the student work on a particular skill that can be used in a variety of songs (ex. tone production, vowels, diction). Then the next part of the lesson would be focused on a particular song. I also am happy to work on music theory and music literacy skills with students. Read More
Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Practice is just that, going over and over a lick, and part in your music that you don’t understand.
Developing a regiment for this is suggested by the instructor. This does not mean it works for you. Try short bursts of time/energy, say 1-2 bars of a passage that you just can’t get in Tempo.
Slow it down, use your metronome at a slow marking that you don’t make mistakes, slowly build up the tempo until you reach the desired tempo. This helps you get over the hump, also try 10-15 minutes several time a day, this helps your concentration, and I bet you have plenty of other things to do.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
They have asked you for an instrument, so that’s good, but do they really need lessons? This is a tough question. Beginners do need some type of instruction, how to hold the instrument, how to make sounds, properly, but some beginners learn from others or are a natural. Try to pick and instrument that requires little expense, buy a used guitar, not a new one. If money is no object, then buy the new one. Most beginners think they want to play an instrument, but when they start, and don’t really get into it, they lose interest. I suggest you decide on an instructor and take 4 lessons, step back and evaluate the lessons with your child.
When will I start to see results?
Some beginning students take 3-6 months to develop their musical awareness. Others longer, This depends on any physical limitations regarding the instrument of choice. The bass guitar requires callouses on the left hand to be comfortable. This takes awhile depending on the students practice time. If the student plays the Double bass, this requires bowing technique as well. This takes practice.
Keep conversation ongoing with your child, make sure this is working for them.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I did have inspiration, I listened to the radio and played bass lines to songs. My ears honed in on the bass
So I was able to hear the bass line and then find it on the instrument and memorize it. My influences were, Paul McCartney, still one of the best rock bass players alive today.
My parents always help me, my mom is a piano player and my dad sang in Barbour shop quartets and taught himself piano. Mostly, I decided I wanted to learn music and make it my main source of income.
25 Years
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Cities with Students
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