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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Brentwood . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Drums Ukulele Recorder Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
The key ingredient to learning is interest. I believe that my students need to have an interest in what they are playing so that they can keep their minds and spirits engaged. Rudiments require attention and practice, but there is much more to learning an instrument than just technique; passion also needs nurturing. If a student is really in to Star Wars, for example, I will gladly incorporate the 'Imperial March' into their rudimentary studies. Read More
Instruments: Piano Keyboard
I set goals and targets for my students every lesson, and design assessments to determine wether they have met those goals and what they need further to succeed. At the end of each lesson, I give the student my notes for things to remember as they continue practicing throughout the week. I design my plans to be flexible with the students goal and pace, but also designed to ensure the student is getting their necessary practice time and musical training each and every week. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba
I really try to work with the student with where they are at or where they want to go with their music. I was a slow learner on piano, so I can understand how confusing and frustrating it can be at times to learn an instrument. I really work to make sure that the students under stand the basics because that will outlast me when I am long gone from their life. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Conga Latin Percussion
I like students to learn their favorite songs while learning technique, such as scales and chords, as well as music theory. Read More
Instruments: Piano Flute Piccolo
For beginning students, I place a large emphasis on the fundamentals i.e. scales, chord progressions etc. I also start them on solo pieces and like them to choose the pieces they are working on. I believe that if they choose their repertoire then they will have greater love and enthusiasm for the music. I also encourage them to push beyond what they think they can do. I work hard to match my teaching style to the needs of each and every student. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Double Bass
My style is to get students to start performing and playing songs, so that they maybe come as passionate about music as I am! I try to keep each student at paces they are comfortable with and set goals for each student to get to the next level. I tailor my instruction to inspire students to create and make music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I tailor my lessons to the needs of the individual student. I use a combination of lesson books, solos and exercises to bring out the best performances my students can achieve at the time. I feel it is important for us to have fun while learning. I also use practice sheets as a motivational tool for children, so they can earn stickers and small prizes for putting the practice time in required to learn the skills needed to continue moving to the next level. Read More
Instruments: Drums
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I was 13 years old. It was spontaneous through my performances and having my first record deal with Temple Records at the age of 16. The decision was made through playing in successful rock and Jazz and making good money.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Practicing perfectly makes perfect. Consistent repetition. Playing with music. Practicing the 40 international rudiments. Practicing reading drum music. Practicing coordination and independence. To be patient with yourself. Practicing slowly so that you can develop speed later on.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My brother was a trumpet player for Ray Charles and we played in a lot of big bands together. We practiced a lot together. He was an inspiration for me to pick up the drums. We went to the same school of music in New York city.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
My dream piece of music is Spain by Chick Corea. Another dream piece of music for me is My Favorite Things by Richard Rodger etc in 3/4.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
My favorite styles are fusion, jazz, Cuban, Brazillian R&B, funk . I like these styles because they are very creative, exciting and very enjoying spiritual. They make me feel free.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
My practice looks like: Warm up with drum rudiments. Sight reading drum music. Practicing all different styles. Practicing with CDs. Practicing odd time signatures. Practicing with time keeping.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
Yes, they have. One of my students won the Jazz award at his high school. Some of my students won drumming contests. They were able to successfully pass auditions to Berklee School of Music in Boston
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
to be extremely versatile at all drumming styles is the hardest thing. One should not be in a box. To be able to sight see the most intricate drum music and to have a perfect time keeping on the drum set.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
yes. Here are some important books: a) Louis Bellson's Snare drum book; b) Gene Krupa, Cozy Cole Sensational Srum Book; c) Jim Chapin's Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer; d) Ultimate encyclopedia for the drum set; e) George Lawrence Stone's Stick Control
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
The teacher inspired by making it a fun and enjoyable experience and showing how happy playing a musical instrument makes you feel. By watching the teacher perform music, I was inspired.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
i choose drums because of the rhythm of the drum and because the drums are the heartbeat of a musical band and the joy of keeping the rhythm and the time of the band.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I played drums for the Beach Boy, Jorge Santana, Sammy Davis Jr., Leslie West, Univ. of California Jazz Ensemble. Shared billing with the band Chicago; Shared billing at the Philadelphia Convention Hall for Steppenwolf.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If he has the desire and is enthusiatic and excited about learning, then he/she can start taking lessons. The student should enjoys and the student seems to be tapping to music. The child should be asking the parents to buy drum sticks and drums.
When will I start to see results?
You will see results on the first lesson and after every lesson thereafter, and when you hear them keeping good time and good beat and being able to read and play music.
25 Years
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Happy Customers
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Cities with Students
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