Music Lessons in Webster, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Drums Organ Synthesizer Recorder Euphonium Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Acoustic Guitar

I have been teaching music in the Rochester area- both in public schools and privately for almost 30 years. I know what works! I have developed a well defined philosopjy for acheiving success on musical instruments in general and the piano in particular. I have played just about any style of music in any tyoe of band you can name . I was an accompanist for ballet studios and universtiiesin the Rocheter area and in California. Read More

Instruments: Drums Conga Music Djembe

Throughout my education in music, I realized just how much power for good a teacher or professor has in presenting their classes in ways that are enjoyable and accessible, while still inspiring the students to learn. In college, I realized how unique and different each student was, and how one student's goals in learning greatly differed from another's. All of the most memorable instructors I ever had always went the extra mile, and went above and beyond what I the student asked of them. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I think it's important for students to learn from all styles of music; but if they enjoy one style in particular, I believe it's important to study this style with them and help them to improve upon it. I love understanding what makes each individual unique; so I really listen to them and design a curriculum based on their likes; challenging them to appreciate all styles of music; and encouraging them to become fluent in various genres, time periods and methods. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Double Bass

Making music together is about connecting with each other as humansand that is what I emphasize from the first lesson. I want to get to know the real you before I get to hear you playyour interests, your goals. This allows me to see your playing as an extension of your personality. From there, learning is a matter of learning the vocabthe technique on the instrument that lets your unique personality shine through. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Again, music is a deeply personal subject and I want to encourage every student to find their unique voice and love for music. My goal is to develop strong all-around music skills along with learning the technique of the instrument they chose. Every student works at a different pace, and I plan accordingly. I like to set reachable, realistic goals for students each week to develop a strong sense of accomplishment and hunger to learn more the following week. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

As a performing musician, we are always giving and receiving knowledge to our colleagues and pals. I've been teaching people things about music since the end of high school, when I began to really feel like I had a grasp on what "good playing" sounds like. It wasn't until college when I sat down with someone and gave them a free one-on-one lesson for the first time. At that moment, even though my primary passion is performing music, I felt ecstatic that I was actually able to teach someone something that they'll remember throughout their days as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano

For young students starting piano lessons for the first time, I recommend either Bastien or Hal-Leonard method books. I also encourage the development of aural skills, rhythm, and note reading through games and listening assignments. I develop technique from the upper arm down, starting with muscles that are larger and easier to control. For adults, I cater my lessons and teaching to the needs of each student. I encourage being intellectually curious and experimental in approach to piano playing. Read More