Piano Lessons in Red Hook, NY

Instruments: Piano Voice Recorder Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard

I'm passionate about giving the student the best information to improve their love and skill for the Arts. I make it fun thru techniques applied from manny years of experience in teaching and performing. I'm dual certified in New York and New Jersey and have made music a major part of my life (I met my wife at Music College.) I have taught in many settings and places to acomadate the learning situation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Music

I am passionate about helping all students be inspired to learn at their full potential. I have experience teaching at the elementary, middle, high school, and college level. I am a dedicated trumpet pedagogue with a focus of developing a strong foundation of skills for my students. In lessons with me you will get a balance of technical training as well as exposure to great repertoire at your level. I also spend adequate time working with students to help them understand how their subtle anatomy is helping or getting in the way of their tone quality and breathing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet

Music has always been my number 1 passion, and I have taught private music lessons since I was in high school.  Since graduating with my Master's degree in 2011, I have become a certified music teacher for grades K-12.  I modify all lessons depending on the student to best suite the students needs and prepare them for the maximum learning experience.  Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I've been teaching voice and piano for about 6 years. II have worked as the Youth Choir Director at churches in Indiana, Kansas, and New York. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Flute Drums Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Keyboard

I tend to edit my teaching style based on how successfully my students meet their goals. I honestly love teaching young and beginning students because they're an absolute blank slate, something I do not take lightly. Having fun and establishing a strong practice routine is paramount with younger students. I emphasize listening to records/music with all students but especially with more intermediate to advanced students. If I have a student that wants to become a more competent jazz player I'll try to recommend some famous records with tunes that are commonly played. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I believe that each student's success - no matter how big or small, needs to be celebrated and encouraged. Acknowledging a student's efforts is vital for their own motivation to continue to work hard, and it is such a heart warming and rewarding feeling to see a student grasp a concept that they were once struggling with. It is very important to me to learn each student's personal goals and objectives, and to plan my instruction based on what that student is after. Read More