Music Lessons Birmingham County, AL

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For my beginning students I like to start with multiple methods such as simple tabs to teach string use, what I like to call as power chord theory with simple power chord knowledge. I do this because you don't have to worry about major, minor, augmented, or diminished when power chords. I can go ahead start basic theory lessons on this. I also have another where I teach open chords and eventually all my beginning students will get all these lessons before I move on to scales and the 7 positions or as they say modes of each scale. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Drums, Music, Keyboard

I have been working out of my record studio since 2013 but I have been recording since 2004. I have also served as the assistant band director at midfield high. Giving rudimentary lessons to the drummers and working on the theory and range with the upper brass was one of the many jobs that I was assigned to as assistant director. I have worked with middle school high school colleges and clients who just wanted to record or get better. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Cello, Trumpet, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, Tuba, Music

I have been involved in music my entire life, starting in a percussion group and choir in elementary school. I started on the clarinet at the beginning of middle school. I taught myself how to play the clarinet amongst the other instruments I play with the help and guidance of college professors, band directors, and tricks I noticed along the way. I have been selected and performed in multiple honor bands across my time in middle and high school, including Troy University's honor band and All State. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students, I typically start with the basic essentials needed to get a feel for the instrument, and to read music. Then once they have that accomplished, we move straight on to learning their favorite songs as this is when the most progress can be gained. Once the student has grasped these fundamentals, We can move on to the more creative side of things by moving into Theory and Songwriting. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Classical Guitar

When students recognize their own growth, it fuels their motivation and keeps them excited about learning. I also make it a priority to understand what inspires each student. Whether it is a favorite style, a musical hero, or a personal goal, learning what resonates with them helps me tailor instruction to their needs and interests. Above all, I want every student to feel supported, challenged, and inspired. When students enjoy the process, they develop not only skill but also a lifelong appreciation for music. Read More