Guitar Lessons in Gerritsen Beach, NY

Instruments: Guitar

I have been teaching for over 15 years. My methods are inter-active and easy to grasp. My students range from 10 years old up to people in their 70's. Anone can learn to enjoy playing the guitar. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

I use games, contemporary and standard song repertoire, and traditional techniques to teach an instrument and my approach to music. As a NY State certified teacher I tend to use progressive music pedagogue, tiered lesson plans, and practical objectives to engage students in challenging and rewarding musical experiences. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums

It all started out as realizing my greatest strengths are being positive and always realizing the potential in people. I wanted to become a teacher so I could maximize my strengths in seeing the best in people. It started out as a friendly way. I first began friends I knew in school that would walk into my house and see the instruments I play. They would ask if they could play it and then next thing you know, I was teaching them how to play. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Recorder Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

As soon as they learn three notes, we start making music by playing simple melodies, even on one string. For older more advanced beginner and advanced students, I focus on a variety music which will motivate them to practice, learn and have fun. I encourage recitals which makes it more real what they are learning. I encourage and motivate a consistent practice schedule so they can see their progress. Several students of mine have gone on to music colleges. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Acoustic Guitar

For guitar (beginners), I use Mel Bay's Modern Guitar book. For vocalists interested in jazz, I'll use The Real Vocal Book for material, and to teach out of, I'll use my beginner piano and guitar books for sight reading, and teach my own techniques from memory. I can work on any song the student might want to learn. I aim to work with the students at whatever level they’re at. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice

Hello! I'm a singer, songwriter, and music teacher from Brooklyn, NY. I have a formal musical education, with a degree in composition from Purchase College, (Regina Spektor also graduated from this program!), 6 years of experience as a solo performer, and worked extensively in recent years on writing songs, and releasing recordings (my producer plays keys for Ingrid Michaelson!) Read More

Instruments: Guitar Latin Percussion Music

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Alfred's Basic Piano Course for piano students. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More