Music Lessons in Odem, TX

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have spent my entire life working the arts.  In high school I was a member of choir, band, theatre and jazz band. During my Air Force Years I attended the University of Maryland with my primary focus on musical theatre. Traveling the world and working with multiple theatre organizations has been an expirence that few can say they have done. We strive not to only teach vocal but theory as well to make a more marketable student so that they may be more prepared for the future. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For students who are just beginning, I typically start with Alfreds Drum Method Book 1. Mostly for learning basic music notaion and theory. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I begin to introduce drum set music notation and theory from the Tommy Igoes Groove Essentials 1.0 book. For adult students we tend to work on whatever the the students interested in,and guide my lessons accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun ,no matter their skill level. Read More

Instruments: Voice Saxophone Flute Piccolo Bassoon Music

I believe that everything begins with fundamentals. That being said, it's most important to learn what the students goal is. Perhaps they only want to learn a particular piece that they are playing for Solo and Ensemble Contest. Perhaps it's an adult student that just wants to learn to play a particular piece for a special occasion. Lessons have to be tailored to to meet the individual students desires. For the students that really want to learn their instrument, I would begin with a methods book with an emphasis on scales and studies. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I also happen to score in the top 1% of my SAT every time I took it. I have studied with several prominent musicians. Unfortunately they have all passed away at this time. I studied with Don Haas, Charles Gustavson, and Thomas Larada. I am also quite capable of helping students with their college work and helping them succeed in their classes as a tutor for that. I actually finished the final exam for theory in 20 minutes and scored a perfect score in 6 quarters of theory. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Violin

My teaching experience began back in high school tutoring students over their parts in the orchestra. I've had many private students since then from children learning fundamentals to adults brushing up on their old blues chops. For me, every music teacher I've had as made a deep impact on me as a person and as a musician. I approach every student with respect and try to meet them wherever they may be on their musical journey. Read More