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Joshua H In Home In Studio Teaches Online
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Instruments: Piano, Synthesizer, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Pop, Rock, R&B, Musical Theater, Opera, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Reggae, New Age, Soul, Marching Band, Punk, Avant-garde

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Joshua H   In Home In Studio Teaches Online
Instruments: Piano, Synthesizer, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Pop, Rock, R&B, Musical Theater, Opera, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Reggae, New Age, Soul, Marching Band, Punk, Avant-garde

Where I Teach:
In Your Home My Studio Online
Ages Taught: 5-80
Levels Taught:
240
1 – 240

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Degrees / Training / Special Info:

Roosevelt University, Chicago College of Performing Arts

Orchestral Studies Diploma, Percussion Performance         May 2014

Master of Music, Percussion Performance May 2012

 

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Peck School of the Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Percussion Performance May 2010

Awards:

Professional Performing Experience

Principal Timpani, Chicago Summer Opera/Orchestra Nova 2014-2021

Substitute Timpani, Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra, 2014-2021

Substitute Percussion, Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra, 2012-2021

Substitute Timpani, Peoria Symphony Orchestra, 2015-2021

Associate Timpanist, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, 2015-2016

  Percussionist, The Moody Church, 2013-present

  Percussionist, Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 2015

  Percussionist, North Shore Country Day School, 2015

Percussionist, Sharon Lynne Wilson Starry Nights Orchestra, 2011-2013

Substitute Percussion, Peoria Symphony, 2012

Substitute Timpani, Madison Symphony Orchestra, 2011

Breckenridge Music Festival, 2010

Milwaukee Brass, 2009

Worship and Music Team, Fox Point Lutheran Church, Fox Point, Wisconsin 2009-2013

 

Orchestral and Ensemble Experience

Roosevelt University CCPA Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble, 2011-Present

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble, 2007-2011

Aspen Music Festival and School, Summers 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010

Concord Chamber Orchestra, 2004-2008

 

Academic Awards

Sam Walton Foundation Scholarship Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Roosevelt University—Tuition Scholarship

 

Overview:
Hi my name is Josh and music has been my life ever since I can remember. I started playing piano around the age of 5 years old and continued throughout high school. During my middle school I picked up percussion and decided to focus on that after high school, going on to achieve my Bachelors in Fine Arts from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and my Masters of Music and Performer's Certificate in Orchestral Studies from Roosevelt University's Chicago College of Performing Arts under the tutelage of musicians from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Lyric Opera. During the summers, I attended the Aspen Music Festival and School, performing with premiere musicians from around the world under the baton of such famous conductors as Alan Gilbert, Marin Alsop and David Zinman. After graduation, while freelancing with countless ensembles and orchestras around the tri-state area, I also pursued a passion in electronic music. I started a record label with fellow performers and honed my skills in music production and DJing. We recently celebrated our 7-year anniversary. I currently am in a rock band called Shear as well as perform live electronic music with my group Aathee in addition to various other side projects. While I've also embarked on a new career path with a day job in insurance, I have significant experience teaching privately and would like to get back to it, as I've missed it greatly. I am passionate, committed, accountable and professional and I would love to share my passion with you or your child or student.
EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching privately for over 12 years now and absolutely adore my students. They teach me just as much as I teach them. One of my true joys in life is giving back the knowledge that was imbued on me from an early age. I like making the music fun, encouraging students to "play" rather than "practice." Integrating music they love into lessons is also a great tool, in my experience. It's all about enjoying the journey! Music has been such a joy in my life and I would like to give that joy back to each and every student I encounter.

METHODS USED

For drumset students, I usually start out with basic patterns and grooves that they can play to their favorite music. That way they really start to get into it. After we have established a bit of rapport, I will go into technique and see what their tolerance is for more intensive practice and more in depth techniques, all the while trying to keep things light and fun. While technique is important, we would like to make sure the student stays interested in the material and keep their attention with engaging material.

LESSON STYLE

I like to set realistic goals for students so that they can feel accomplished. I also find it's great to get an idea of exactly what they would like to play. For instance, if they love ACDC, picking a simple song like Back in Black to play and work up to something like Thunderstruck. It is important not to push them too hard. Nothing more gratifying than achieving a goal and receiving praise for it. Every student is different--I have even used Goldfish as motivation with a past student! In addition, I like to be a friend and sounding board for them to come to me with their every day life problems. I find that being teacher is not only being a coach, but a friend in times of need.

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