Voice Lessons Pinellas County, FL

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele

I am student-oriented teacher. I would like the student to explain their goals to me and we will work as a team to achieve those goals. This involves choosing the music to be studied. I have plenty of ideas for beginners who want help with choosing books. Then as lessons progress, student goals can be plugged I to instruction, no matter what music they are playing or singing. I encourage students to play for family and friends, and participate in music education events. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Djembe

Since graduating High school, I have been able to perform all over the country as a band, or a solo artist. Most recently I performed with a dance team, where I danced and drummed this past New Years Eve 2016 at Universal Studios Citywalk! Exciting experience and one I will never forget. I have taught at various high schools teaching the percussive programs as well as writing the music for these programs. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Clarinet, Recorder

For the more advanced, I will start with a few warm-ups, and breath exercises before singing a short song (happy birthday, and/or prepared piece) before determining vocal range and repertoire. For clarinet beginners, I typically start with the "David Hite" methods book, and the "Big and Beautiful" technique outlined in "Squeak Big". I teach them to build a strong sound from open G and never leave a lesson until they can play a recognizable tune as they are learning the beginning concepts of breathing and technique. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Flute, Piccolo, Music

I start out with the basics of music.  Those are the foundation for any student to become successful at any instrument.  Depending on the age of the student, the instrument, and their skill level I have several different books that I find to be best for lessons and practice.  I believe in a good mixture of practice and exercises as well as performing solo pieces.  I highly encourage practicing regularly. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Lute, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I've been a full-time music teacher and performer in the late 1970s. I've studied with some of the top teachers in the world including Aaron Shear at NC School of Arts who I helped publish his last series of books with Mel Bay. As well as teaching college level guitar and music courses, I have taught an average of 70 students a week for 15 years during the 1990s and early 2000s. Read More