Piano Lessons in Macclenny, FL

Instruments: Piano

I started teaching about 7 years ago independently. This has grown to me working with multiple companies as a teacher, as well as maintaining my private students. I also work around town in music studios as an audio engineer, so music is my entire life! I have a lot to show my students and help them grow with experience unique to me. I teach all ages, with my current and past students ages ranging from four to sixty three! Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Drums Synthesizer Euphonium Keyboard

For beginning students, I would suggest that a practice log be kept in terms of how long they practice each day along with an outline of which exercises or pieces should be done for that amount of time. I suggest students take breaks, even every 5-10 minutes as it relaxes the fingers and the mind and helps minimize frustration or boredom. With these younger students, a certain amount of practice could merit a prize (i.e. iTunes gift card). Read More

Instruments: Piano

I tailor my teaching methods based on my students' individual needs. I use the following methods: The Alfred method uses a lot of colored pictures and graphics. The Bastien Method The Piano Party Series is great for those little ones who have never had lessons before. It is a lot of fun for the teachers also. We would suggest that the lyrics of the pieces be omitted, but the pictures and graphics are positive. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Organ Harp Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Conga Music Keyboard Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

i have been teaching for 55 yrs. i was a theory comp major at northern kentucky university . i was a house writer for edge of the lake publishing in nashiville tenn. i am an inductee in the st augustine musician's hall of fame . i am a professional studio and road musician . i am a memeber of bmi ascap sesac. i teach all stringed instruments including piano and drums. i have worked with or fronted major acts with my own blues rock band 'the alligator cowboys' see you tube vids. such as foghat foreigner clarence carter james brown bob dylan confederater railroad david allen coe jaco pastorious doc severensin jr walker and many others. i love teaching as much as i love performing . my mantra for my students is . nothing is hard, it is only new. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I have been involved in music study and education, church music, and performance nearly all my life. My mother started me in piano lessons at the age of 4 six decades ago. It's the greatest gift she ever gave me...one that has lasted a lifetime. My passion and desire is to share the love of music and the wonderful sense of achievement from making your own music with my strudents. Read More