Music Lessons in Lake Orion, MI

Instruments: Piano Trumpet

In the 9th grade, I was introduced to jazz music as part of the jazz band, but till college, I never learned the fundamentals or theories behind jazz music. With the help of some of the best professors, I was able to gain experience of performing in clubs, performing and learning from the professionals through master classes, mastering improvisation, and going into composing and arranging tunes while in Oakland University (2012-2018). Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

I rely on Alfred's Piano Library as it's proven to be a thorough approach to learning, exercising and memory. After some discussions about what resonates with the student, we will both explore options we can really dig into and present in concert format later. I will also introduce counter material for a better overall perspective of how things work, why they do and don't work (depending on the setting) and to better understand those same elements in different contexts. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

each student is different when we get going, but I personally try to instill the passion to learn music within each student. This helps for practice this helps for learning in this helps when trying to continue on with music later in life. Read More

Instruments: Voice Bass Guitar Double Bass

For beginners I like to start with the basics of how the voice works and the proper techniques to use it. We always spend time at the end singing something they want to sing, it's important to not feel pressured into music. We will build a repertoire of songs the student is connected to and work towards a set list for a showcase. My more advanced students, I enjoy pushing them in ways that don't seem to make sense but when they feel the change in their voice they understand. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Drums Electric Guitar

My name is Gary and teaching and performing music is my life! I have a wonderful family that loans me out for my music. My wife's name is Sandy and she works for a vet and I have three great children. Read More