Piano Lessons in Marietta, GA

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I'm a musician working and living in the Atlanta area. The primary instrument that I studied in university is the trombone and i have a lot of love for the unconventional instrument. I've been able to play in tons of bands in the metro area that you wouldn't normally find a trombone in. I love the challenge of finding out how to fit my sound into a new group or genre. Read More

Instruments: Piano

It is important for my students to realize that music can be fun, but it is also a discipline. Repetition and mastery of the fundamentals is necessary and at times can be frustrating, no matter how advanced you are. Be patient with the process and with yourself. Once you gain the fundamentals, your soul gets to dance! Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Orchestral Percussion

I have ample experience performing on drum set as well as marching percussion. I've shared the stage with national recording artist as well as performed incollegiate marching band competitions with crowds of up to 60,000 people inattendance. Additionally, I haveexperience in academic and music education with age ranges K-12. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute Ukulele Recorder Piccolo

Materials: Flute: Rubank Elementary/Intermediate/Advanced Method, published by Hal Leonard, along with relevant supplemental materials (solos, pieces from student's school band, duet books, etc.) Piano: Alfred Beginning Piano Series    Philosophy: I believe in a collaborative approach between teacher and student. My style is based mostly in questions I ask of the student, asking them what they're thinking, feeling, and experiencing as they play certain passages or exercises. I believe in metacognitively working through the experience at an age-approrpriate level to master complete understanding of the musical instrument and the music itself. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer

I am a passionate musician. In fact, I come from a family full of talented musicians and educators. The most influential on me is my father. He  is the head of the Instrumental department at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington DC. He pretty much sparked the idea of education in music for me. I have a degree in Jazz Studies from Howard University. Howard created the same vocal jazz program that was highlighted on NBC's competition the Sing-off. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Flute Clarinet Drums Euphonium Keyboard

For beginning students both children and adults, I typically start with Bruce Pearson's Standard of Excellence books. Once my younger students have progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I begin to introduce solo repertoire that is appropriate for their first recital performance. Once the adults have progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I try to find out what the student is interested in and guide my instruction towards that interest, all while keeping the lessons engaging and fun. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

I design my own curriculum for all of my voice students, which usually comprises of basic piano and theory skills and vocal technique.  Dependent upon the students interest level and personal goals, I determine the extent of the materials and the pace of the lessons.  Since I only teach beginner piano for children and teens, I usually stick to the basic beginner books (i.e. Hal Leonard or John Thompson) and slowly Incorporate solo repertoire.    Read More