Music Lessons in Goulds, FL

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

For me nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student smile while they are playing their instrument. Therefore it is important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I do this by setting goals for the current lesson as well as goals for their next lesson. I believe that acknowledging the students accomplishments only makes the students want to progress further on their instrument. My number one rule when doing anything is have fun and I teach with the mind set that my students will have fun playing their instruments. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Fiddle Double Bass Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I have experience playing electric bass, piano, and guitar in folk, rock, jazz, and electronic music groups. Aside from my accomplishments as a performer, I am also a well-educated pedagogue and child development specialist. I have three degrees in music education. Throughout my studies I have a wealth of knowledge on how individuals learn music. Further, I have studied the relationship between musical study and emotional well-being. I sincerely enjoy making music with people of all ages, musical interests and abilities! Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

“Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them to become what they are capable of becoming.” -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. I am looking forward to sharing the enriching universal language of music with you. I am here to encourage and inspire my students and to help them reach their full potential and discover their love for music. I teach the fundamentals of piano playing- including proper healthy technique, artistry, music history, and music theory. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele

I like to use a combination of books from different authors and also incorporate my own lessons as well. I keep the lessons fun and engaging with a variety of material that I think is suitable. I play music games with my young students, teach their favorite songs, while showing them all the necessary fundamentals that are required for becoming a great musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Believing that each student deserves individual approach, I am enthusiastic to help people of all ages to learn, grow, and succeed in music. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I have learned that young students develop their knowledge slowly in time, in their own pace. In first part of the lesson, the student plays scales, arpeggios and chords as a warm-up, following by short technical exercises, which expose him or her to new musical situations, and develop the playing skills. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I then joined the international singing group, The Four Aces, where I became their musical director, bass singer and trumpet soloist for 42 years, before retiring last year. I have played first trumpet with the American Legion Symphonic Band for 10 yrs., the Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches and South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble, plus playing lead trumpet in several big bands in South Florida. I've worked with and in front of some of the best musicians in the world. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello

I am passionate about giving you the skills to have music in your life forever.   I have a Music degree (BA) from the University of Vermont and extensive piano, cello, and violin experience.  If you are seeking clear explanations, guided lessons that are individualized, then I can provide this to you.   Read More