Music Lessons in Farnham, NY

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I structure my lessons to fit the needs of the individual student. Lessons will encompass a variety of activities to help the student improve in technique, sound production, and all aspects of reading music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

I believe the most important things about teaching piano is to make important things fun and fun things important. I like to personalize each lesson to fit specific needs and goals of students individually. One of the best rewards in music is seeing my students grow in ability, as well as enjoying their lessons. I bring positivity and encouragement to every lesson so that my students can thrive and progress while also having fun. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar

I focus on the student as an upcoming musician. I recognize their weaknesses and strengths and I conduct my lessons around what they have learned and what they need help learning to accomplish their goals. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I am from a traditional classical singing background. I use vocal exercises to not only strenghen the voice but to build a strong singing foundation. Hopefully, by the end of the lessons there will be no need for a microphone. For young singers we will focus on classic tradional basic song literature as well as have fun with popular music. Adults can bet that I will help them fine tune and build a sound and secure vocal technique for what ever repertoire they are needing guidance on. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I have been playing the trumpet for over 20 years and enjoy spreading my love of music. I graduated from SUNY Fredonia in 2007 with a degree in Music Education and from Western Michigan University in 2009 with a Master's of Music in Trumpet Performance. After graduation from WMU, I taught in various school districts around New York as a substitute teacher and music teacher. I have performed with various orchestras such as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Western New York Chamber Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

I've always loved the art of music and how it's a language that anyone can relate too. That is what motivated me to get a degree in Performing arts, with the focus on classical guitar. Preforming and teaching has been one the most gratifying experience of my career. I've had the opportunity to play in Europe and all over the United States. But, teach is my true passion and the excitement when a student is excelling can't not me matched. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

For younger students I employ the Suzuki Method which comprises a series of books and particular approach to teaching that I've found to be quite effective. The books provide a very well thought out sequence of pieces that help the student learn all of the necessary skills to play the guitar in the context of actual music rather than abstract exercises, and the method encourages a lot of parental involvement which helps to make at home practice (the most important part of learning any instrument) much more effective. Read More