Music Lessons in Basking Ridge, NJ

Instruments: Piano

I am just starting to teach in person but throughout the pandemic I taught beginner theory such as how to count, the notes on the piano, and understanding rhythm. I also taught many of my parents friends kids whatever songs they were interested in on the piano so they found love for the instrument first. I love teaching because seeing the student come to class with something they specifically heard and want to learn is very rewarding. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

If you are looking for a Classic teacher with classic teaching methods, you are looking in the wrong spot. I teach with an instant gratification method. You will still be just as skilled (if not more) as the rest of any other musicians out there but what you will have and develop is your own artistry and your own path as a musician. So many teaching styles try to make music more of a science rather than a passion. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

Everyone is different. Some students learn faster by using their ears and some by reading. Both of these skills are clearly important but one will always be weaker. This is where knowing your student and what they're trying to achieve is important. Some students want to learn a simple drumbeat, some want to learn a specific song. I have two goals in my lessons. One: What does the student want to learn? Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

Here is the break down of what you will be expected to learn in addition to a solo of your choice. You will also be assigned warmups that will help you to focus on your breath support, embouchure, and finger study. Beginners- Basic knowledge of breath support, embouchure training, and finger study 12 Major Scales (one octave) Intermediate- Knowledge of breath support, embouchure training, and finger study Knowledge of how to break in and manage reeds 12 Major Scales (2 Octaves) and Chromatic Scale Scales in Thirds Etudes- Velocity Studies for Clarinet Intermediate (Kalmen Opperman) Advanced- Knowledge of breath support, embouchure training, and finger study and extended techniques. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

Abraham is a New York State Certified K-12 music teacher with years of private lesson experience. No matter what your goals are, what music you enjoy, or what your current ability may be, Abraham can create a custom lesson plan to open up new doors and avenues. He is dedicated to working with students on a wide variety of goals: Note reading, improvisation, fundamental technique, music theory, repertoire, and more Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I've been involved in music since I began playing the piano at 5 years. Shortly after I began playing the violin and trumpet. In middle school, I decided to focus on trumpet and attended many summer camps and various clinics where I excelled throughout high school in Classical Music and Jazz. I attended Jackson State University on a full music scholarship. During my tenure I recieved the many awards and accoladeds. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I have taught all kinds of topics to all kinds of students and like to accomodate the particular interests of different students. I often find that students should set performance goals even if it is just a performance for friends and family. This helps establish workable milestones in the student's progress. I also like students to help model their own education by studying repertoire that interests them. Read More