Music Lessons in Lake Mary, FL

Instruments: Piano

I use the Alfred Music Series. I like the progression of the lessons. Itlays out thelessonsin a logical way.There are different levels of studies for various age students - the young beginner, the older beginner, and the adult. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Djembe

In addition to studying Music Education, I sing in the Opera Orlando company. I also sing in Voci del Cuore (voices of the heart) professional choir run by Dr. Jeffery Redding. I am also a rehearsal assistant for the Orlando Chamber Youth Ensembles organization. From my sophomore year of high school to now, I have been in all advanced ensembles I could be in every academic institution I have been to since high school. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Mandolin

I teach out of a number of method books including Mel Bay, Alfred Guitar Method, Ernie Ball Guitar Method, and The Guitar Grimiore Book for the more advanced students. I also have a method of learning 5 songs in a month. I studied music at Lake Sumter Community College. There I studied music theory, music appreciation, music history, jazz, music composition, music scoring, and music arranging.I have done guitar lessons and guitar clinics for JB Player Guitars, and Cool Pick Guitar Picks. Read More

Instruments: Violin

For students who are just beginning I start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. I personally have worked through this text and I find it more than appropriate for the beginning violinist. As we progress we will graduate to the Suzuki Method books Volume 1. For intermediate students, I will assess the skill level and work from there. To keep learning fun and amusing, I will introduce music of my student's choice. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My philosophy lies in structure - such as teaching in appropriate amounts that are challenging, but not overwhelming. I will always ask students what they're interested in learning and work that into the lesson. But the main focus for beginners is to be comfortable with the fretboard and to have fun. I break lessons down into technique, theory, and whatever the student is particularly wanting to learn. I particularly like to pull from the Berklee Press or Musician's Institute books, as they are well received. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

Professional musician in the Central Florida area who is happiest when involved in making music - as a soloist, director, educator, clinician, part of an ensemble, or as an arranger. The list goes on!After completing a Bachelor of Music degree in Flute performance from Florida Southern College, her education continued at Florida State University with a Master's degree in Music Therapy. As a professional musician, she has performed on flute and handbells as a soloist and in ensembles for featured concerts, worship services and pit orchestras. She provides music for weddings and special events on a regular basis. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

David has taught several hundred students classical, acoustic and electric guitar over the past 25 years. Teaching environments have included school classrooms, music studios, and privates homes each presenting their own unique challenges. Some students have been very young children without any specific musical goals, while other students have been mature adults wanting to learn specific songs or techniques. Years of experience has lled David to conclude that initial musical goals often evolve over time and a minimal degree of commitment is essential to a positive learning experience. Read More