Music Lessons in West Palm Beach, FL

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba

I tailor my teaching style to each student given their musical interests, and the aspects of their playing that need to be addressed to allow the student to succeed and improve.  Students of all ages will focus on singing, buzzing, and playing melodies by ear and basic technique to strengthen fundamentals. Beginning students: Essential Elements, ensemble music, beginning solo and ensemble repertoire. basic techncial studies such as scalesa and arpeggios.  Intermediate students: Rochut book 1. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Cello Music

I like to set realistic goals based on where you are at vocally and musically. So it's important that we work together to set goals and timelines that make sense for you based on how you progress, as everyone progresses at different speeds. I feel it's so important for you to know when you have breakthroughs and hit your achievements. My lessons are tailored to you and your voice style so your goals will be suited to fit your needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Djembe

As we work through the scales I'll have the student read short songs and excerpts from Hal Leonard's "Piano Adventures Performance" book. As the student grasps the fundamentals I will then assign level appropriate solo pieces for them to perform. Beginner drum students will follow the same model by starting with rudiments and the different pieces of the drum set/djembe. As they progress, I will teach them basic drum grooves in various styles (rock, pop, funk, latin, reggae etc.) that they can use in performance. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I believe every student develops at their own pace and has their own ways of learning. As a teacher I strive to discover with the student the most effective ways to practice so that musical goals are obtained in a way that is engaging and exciting for the student. This includes using different approaches to developing technique and the use of different styles of music depending on the student's interests. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Conga Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

I am able to asses the students current level of capability, understanding, and musical goals and tailor a curriculum to suit the specific needs and desires of the student. In terms of younger students who are first discvovering their interest in music, it is important to develop a basic foundation of understanding in terms of reading, writing, and communication with other musicians through the application of time tested teaching methods forcing the student to apply what they have learned in weekly "missions." For intermediate to advanced players, I'm able to help them to identify and subvert sticking points through the application of music theory, technique, and listening exercises as well as impart knowledge of the inner workings of music business and performance. Read More