Music Lessons in Bellevue, KY

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

My name is Alex W. and I graduated in 2020 with a degree in Instrument Music Education from Wright State University's School of Music. I studied with renowned music educator Dr. Shelley Jagow for six years there. I have been privileged to be able to primer several works for wind band and saxophone quartet at the three appearances I made at OMEA Professional Development Conference, the second largest music conference in the country. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Flute Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Piccolo Music Keyboard

For my string students, I typically use Hal Leonard's Essential Elements at first, and then I introduce the Suzuki Method for solo repertoire once they have progressed on their instruments. For my vocal students, I find what type of music my student is interested in, and I then recommend a voice book that we will pick repertoire from. For my piano students, I use the Piano Adventures series, which includes the fundamentals as well as solo repertoire. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

My teaching style is dynamic, grounded in known pedagogical methods, and tailored to every student's individual goals. My students have achieved many honors, including 'Superior' ratings at solo and ensemble festivals. I also believe while hard work and discipline are imperative to success, a young musician must also learn the skills of patience and self-compassion. Music is a wonderful way to learn self-discipline and self-motivation, and students can practice extending kindness to themselves and others as they go on this journey. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele

2012- Present Instructor of Guitar, University of Cincinnati - College Conservatory of Musics Preparatory Department 2012 - Present Instructor of Guitar, Cincinnati School of Music, Montgomery, OH 2010 - 2012 Guitar Instructor for COR Music Project, Purcell Marian High School 2011-2012 Guitar Faculty, Classical Guitar Summer Workshop, University of Cincinnatis College Conservatory of Music 2011-2012 Head Instructor of Eastern Kentucky Universitys Foster MusicCamp, Annual Guitar Program 2010-2012 Teaching Assistant, Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music 2005-2009 Head Instructor of Richmond Kentuckys Community Education Guitar Class 2007-2008 Assistant Instructor for Foster Music Camps, Annual Guitar Program 2006 - Present Professional Guitar Soloist and Accompanist Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Music

With these programs, I have managed inventory, concert band ensemble placements, programming for solo ensemble events, and coordinated with teams of instructional staff. In these positions, I also taught the middle school percussion sections. I have an excellent record as a student, holding both a Master of Arts in Percussion Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Miami University, receiving several honors and awards for academic excellence. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My first teaching experience actually begins in my teens when I would teach my little brothers how to play the cello. This has given me important experience in teaching young children from the age as young as 4 years old. From there on I have taught other children and some adults totaling 3 years of total teaching experience. I also have experience in musicianship skills that are important to developing good playing for any beginner and even advanced players. Read More