Music Lessons in East Rochester, NY

Instruments: Piano

I am a classically trained pianist from the New York area who has performed chamber music and solo recitals throughout the world including Steinway Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and the Tenri Cultural Institute. I have been a featured artist at the International Bergen Arts Festival, held in Bergen Norway. I have won prizes in numerous competitions including first prize in the Grieg Young Artist Piano Competition held in Sarasota, Florida in 2015. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Drums Organ Synthesizer Recorder Euphonium Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Acoustic Guitar

I teach "Total Piano". Whether you are young or young at heart, a beginner or an advanced player, I will teach the entire instrument. You will learn to read and to play by ear. After all, isn't all music playing by ear? Every style of playing can be taught, whether it is the great classics or picking out the notes you hear off the TV. I teach how to listen and apply what you hear. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

My journey has taken me to renowned music halls such as the Mozarteum, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Kodak Hall, and even the iconic Carnegie Hall. As a runner-up in the Eastman School of Music Concerto Competition, I have always strived for excellence both in my personal performance as well as in education. What truly sets me apart is the outstanding success of my students. Many have achieved significant milestones, earning spots in All-State and All-County ensembles and attaining high marks in district and state competitions. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Since I am a fresh youngin' out of college, I have had limited opportunities to offer my teaching. However, I am extremely confident that I can provide my students with optimal care. I ask them what they want, why they want it, how to visualize and value into their visions, I listen earnestly and take notes, and I give back legitimate feedback that grants the student the best way forward - which is simply cutting right to the chase! Read More

Instruments: Drums Djembe

My goal as a teacher is to inspire students to develop as a passion, love, and appreciation for music and drumming. I tailor my lessons towards the students unique goals and interests so that they will be inspired to practice and so that they will be excited about what they are learning and progress quicker. As a teacher, I want to get my students actually playing music as soon as possible. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

I see music as my life, and I can't live without it! Throughout my career as a music student, I have taught music/piano lessons to kids who are disposed with ADHD as well as Down-Syndrome; I had good amount of experience working with kids, and was able to spark their inner musical self throughout being their teacher. I also have experience working with advanced, pre-conservatory students who wish to prepare for college music auditions or other musical endeavors. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Every student is unique, and every student deserves a unique curriculum. That said, I usually start my absolute beginners off with open position chords and, when they're ready, open position scales - pentatonic and diatonic. We explore repertoire, often partially of the student's choosing. When this is established, we will dive into scales in all positions on the fretboard, and the corresponding modes for major, melodic minor, and harmonic minor. Read More