Music Lessons Tennessee

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Music

The honor and joy of my career is watching my students learn, grow, and develop a passion for music. Because of this, I tailor every lesson to fit the individual by focusing on areas that need improvement and refining areas that are proficient. I help students track this by having students keep a lesson and practice log. In the lesson log, I record student goals, progress, assignments, and feedback from the lesson. Read More

Instruments: Cello, Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Music

My methods vary as I cater towards the individual and his/her respective needs and wants. Some of the methods and resources I draw from include the Suzuki Method, Effortless Mastery, and the philosophy of Music As A Language. Music is a language and I aim to teach it like one to the best of my ability. If I had to put it into one sentence, I would say that my overall personal goal and philosophy as a teacher is to teach myself out of a job. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Lap Steel Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching private lessons in a music store around thirteen years ago. The store changed hands several times, but I remained among the staff of teachers through it all. Although the job brings a certain amount of uncertainty, it is extremely rewarding to be able to have a job I enjoy. Along with teaching I also play shows. Music has allowed me to travel around the country and meet an array of people. Read More

Instruments: Flute, Piccolo, Music

The main objective that I personally strive for is to ensure that my students are properly recognized for their hard work. I've seen many instances when kids will stop participating in extracurricular activities due to lack of positive support from those they would expect it from. I believe that validation, especially from the parents, truly helps students maintain an interest in music. It helps them develop a personal drive to succeed not only in music, but in life. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Flute, Piccolo, Oboe, Music, Acoustic Guitar

For beginners, I start off with the basics. For example, naming each string on the guitar, curvature of the fingers, embouchure on the headjoint of a flute, and achieving a crow on an oboe reed. For school age children, I use books or sheet music used in their own practice at school or Youth Orchestras during lessons. For any ability level, I use any materials during lessons that my students want to work on that achieves their goals but also keeps them motivated. Read More