Music Lessons in Red Oak, GA

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet Music

No matter what, I try to foster personal artistry as a primary goal for my students. That means that they should leave my lessons with one step closer to playing the type of music they want, whether it's in a band class or on stage with a jazz group. I start by teaching the fundamentals and making sure that the student has basic competency in the instrument and in general music knowledge to begin creating music by themselves. Read More

Instruments: Voice

My style of teaching is very fast-paced but depending on the student. I want to keep the student comfortable but focused at the same time on their goal. I'm all about the needs of the student if they feel that they can move forward and prove themselves of it we can move as fast or as slow as they would like as long as the ending results is growth will it be small growth or large growth. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ

I strive to maintain an organized and positive environment for my students. I present a warm, encouraging presence; I very seldom provide the answer for a student. Instead, I will lead them in asking a series of questions which will help them arrive at the correct answer. Even though I have high expectations of every student, I meet them where their ability level and interests are. It is very much of a partnership between me, as teacher, and the student, as an individual. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

Vocal Technique : How the voice works, vocal maintenance, vocalizing, vocal stamina, speech level singing,   Musicianship:  Music history, theory-chords, scales, harmony , etc   Style & Interpretation : Building Repertoire, Studying other vocalist, Song Construction, Basic Arranging.   Performance Techniques: Facial & Body Expressions, Audition Tips, Microphone Technique, Stage Freight, Preparing for a live show. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For both voice and guitar, I begin with evaluation of where the student is. I then discuss with the student to realize what their goals are, and why they want to progress in this field. I then assign daily exercises that the student can utilize to begin to build control and virtuosity with their instrument. We will then collaborate to begin choosing repertoire to work on, and find music that makes the student enthused to practice in-between our sessions. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Voice and Piano Instructor, Vocal Coach, 7/2002 - Present Offering professional voice and coaching services in studio and online in DC/MD/VA. Focus on vocal technique, breath coordination, crossover vocal style, coaching, and dramatic interpretation. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

For beginning students I would begin with a basic introduction of the instrument and its history. I believe that each instrument has a story to tell! I use a basic book such as Hal Leonard's Essential Elements or whatever material the student's band director is using. Flexibility is the key. Playing an instrument should be fun and that is certainly a goal for students of all ages. Practice is the key to success for beginners or more advanced players. Read More