Music Lessons in Wenham West, MA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin Fiddle Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I always start by asking the question: Where would you like to be with your instrument? What kind of music do you see yourself playing? If the student can't find an answer, I make suggestions and guide them until they find what resonates with them. I then go on to pick a piece of music that the student wants to learn or that I suggest based on their tastes and focus on learning it with them part by part. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

Listening to these masterpieces filled me with great awe and made me more aware of the world, which strengthened my desire to explore it through music. Therefore, I chose to attend Montclair State University in my home state of New Jersey where I majored in music. My goal was to achieve a principal position in a high level orchestra and teach. However, I started to rethink my decision. Although playing the trombone gave me purpose throughout my early schooling, I did not explore other disciplines. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard

Hello there! My name is Coleman H. and I am a very versatile and enthusiastic pianist and educator in the greater Boston area! I graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in jazz studies with a concentration in composition. I have played in many groups of many different genres, ranging from Boston to Northampton, Hartford, New York, and beyond, and playing and teaching music is the joy of my life! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Acoustic Guitar

I prefer to do half-hour lessons for beginners and young musicians. After more lessons can be prepared, forty-five minute or hour long lessons are more appropriate. For trumpet students, I rely heavily on the Arban method for the essentials and then add other materials depending on the student's goals. For voice students, I begin with a vocal exercise book and a collection of songs to learn. For all my students, I encourage you to bring in your own materials to work on as well. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Drums Bass Guitar Organ Euphonium Tuba

I feel that it is best not to use the cookie cutter approach to teaching music. Each student is unique in their own way and is able to learn and apply musical concepts differently; therefore I take a careful and studious approach to make sure that my students have the best advantage by creating a custom lesson plan specific to their learning pace. I do my best to make it fun and engaging while increasing their ability and knowledge of music as it applies to their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Voice

As a voice teacher, it is very rewarding to watch people grow as musicians and as artists. I love creating music, and that transfers over to helping others harness the power and artistry that we each possess within ourselves. However, talent isn't everything! Without the discipline it takes to practice and be patient with yourself, progress won't be made as quickly. I encourage students to practice regularly, and to set small, attainable goals for each practice session. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Recorder Orchestral Percussion

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching private lessons part time about 10 years ago, and have been consistently teaching students in my home studio for the last 5 years.  Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument. I've also found that a combination of different styles of music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the drums, and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More