Music Lessons in Waleska, GA

Instruments: Trumpet

I am an Atlanta born trumpeter and educator. I am a recipient of the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree from Berry College in Rome, GA. I began playing the trumpet at the age of 9 in my elementary school band program, and I have been granted the privilege of studying with top class trumpet teachers throughout my playing career, such as Ron Turner, Chris Libby, Adam Hayes, and Charles Calloway. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo Mandolin

My methods are largely dependent upon the personality and learning style of my students. One thing is always constant in my teaching, and that is the monitoring of the students ability to read and interpret written music and tablature. The first week or two is devoted solely to establishing a basic ability to site-read music within the student. From that point, the journey into the world of guitar begins. I tend to employ the Hal Leonard method of teaching, following along with several of the Hal Leonard guitar books, for electric and acoustic guitars, also bass. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began playing guitar around 2001 at 11-years-old with guidance and mentorship from my father, Randy M., who has played music professionally for the past 40+ years. At the age of 14, I earned a long-standing permanent spot alongside my fathers many established bands throughout junior high and high school, while living in Texas and after moving to Tennessee. In college, I spent all of my free time immersed in various musical endeavors, whether I was honing my songwriting skills, working on mixing projects, doing session work for various bands around Middle Tennessee/Nashville, or actively performing live. Read More

Instruments: Drums

The most rewarding thing in my life is seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! I believe it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace no matter what. I set realistic goals for my students at each lesson as the next lesson will be intertwined with the last. It is encouraging when students gain praise for their accomplishments. It helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe in teaching music as a positive experience. I want a student to be excited to come to lessons and excited to practice at home. Each student is unique and progresses differently. I work towards catering to each student's needs and making sure each student has obtainable goals within our lessons. For new students I like to focus on the basics and some simple songs that help a student feel accomplished pretty quickly. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have had the pleasure of working with my students on several genres including spirituals, sacred songs, classical, popular music and some show tunes. Some of my students are dancers and want to be fully prepared for auditions by exhibiting vocal and instrumental skills. My students understand that they are in a constant state of learning, as there are always new things to learn vocally and instrumentally. This understanding fuels their passion and makes teaching and learning a pleasure. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Bass Guitar

My teaching experience began in spring 2008 at a local church where taught piano drums classes as a music instructor to students ranging from ages 5-18. Throughout college I was a piano and voice instructor at the Boys and Girls Club Music Clubhouse in Boston MA where I continued teach students ranging from ages 10-18.For the past three years I have continued to provide private instruction and tutoring for students of all ages.I find that my students have a much more pleasurable learning experience, when they are able to apply what they learn in ways that are meaningful to their desire and aspirations.I've always encouraged my students to uphold a positive work ethic and mindset when embarking on their musical journey. Read More