Music Lessons in Waleska, GA

Instruments: Piano Trumpet

My name is Trent P. I am a jazz trumpet player in the Atlanta area, I currently play very frequently around the city with some of the best jazz musicians in the area. I have been playing music since 2015, and been studying it seriously for about 5 years now. I currently attend Georgia State University finishing up my final year there getting a Bachelor's Degree in Jazz Studies, studying under Dr. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard

I tell students of all ages "I've been there! I've been that guy!" as much as I can so they understand how far I've come and how far they can go with determination and effort on their part. I felt so clueless during middle school band. I nearly gave it up completely before some friends convinced me to join the choir. The change in setting, and the change in teacher made all the difference. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Flute Ukulele Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Music Keyboard

For pianists, there are so many different method books, I recommend for beginners Faber Method Series for younger beginners, for adult beginners we can start with Alfred's All in One Method for Adult Beginners. I have used Alfred's Series, Piano Adventures, John Thompson's Series, Bastien Series, Playtime Piano Series (also Faber). For more intermediate students I would use books that are a collection of different types of baroque and classical pieces, and First Lessons In Bach, and for more advanced students solos and concerti from composers such as Chopin, Beethoven, Mozart, LIszt, etc. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I am excited to begin teaching music. Along with my experience as a classroom teacher, I have also tutored English to ESOL students. As a tutor, I assigned homework regularly and kept students accountable by checking for completion and accuracy. When it comes to learning how to play an instrument, the importance of practicing regularly on one's own cannot be emphasized enough. For my younger students, I will be using accountability notebooks for students to keep a record of when and how long they practiced. Read More

Instruments: Piano Clarinet

Solos and etudes allow the student to train his/her musical skill, and I assign them to give the student a chance to make the music his/her own creation. Finally, I love the opportunity to play duets with my students to give them a chance to make music together in a fun, no-pressure environment. For piano, I typically teach through the Faber method, although I observe how the student progresses to see if an alternative method may be more effective. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar

Setting S.M.A.C. goals for my students is very important. These are specific, measurable, achievable and challenging. Nothing makes me feel more accomplished as when I help my student feel accomplished and reach their goals. I have a very non critical approach and encourage mistakes with a non judgemental attitude. I feel this lightens up the atmosphere and allows the student to grow at a much more rapid rate. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I believe the only way to get better at something is through dedication and practice.We will set goals for each lesson and for each practice week. I also believe that it's better to practice a little everyday than a lot once or twice a week.Step by step, little by little, any student can reach their goals. Read More