Music Lessons in Saint Gabriel, LA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Cello

My name is Riclebio S. I am a music teacher and a cello performer with an extensive experience in classical and praising worship music. Back in Brazil I attended the Federal University of Paraiba where I got my undergraduate degree with concentration in Music Education and Cello Performance. In 2016 I was awarded a scholarship from the Nicholls State University and studied cello and chamber music. Later, in 2021, I graduated with a masters degree in music from Louisiana State University and started my happy journey as a music teacher at Sacred Heart of Jesus School. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

I earned my bachelors degree from Northwestern State University in music performance, and my masters degree in music performance from Louisiana State University. My education has culminated in an understanding of many musical styles from classical music and jazz in the double bass to funk, blues, and metal on the electric bass. All forms of musical expression are valid and should be explored! My teaching focuses on the foundations of music making, not simply learning songs on the bass. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard

For all students we will begin with building the centerpiece of any musician, their tone. We will work on necessary fundamentals to build the students embouchure, as well develop the students technique and skills no matter the level. My saying is to be better than your yesterday. We will use many varieties of books, etudes, exerts, concert pieces, and methods, to ensure each student is being brought to a better level than they started. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My teaching experience dates back to my university days, as I helped my friends and colleges to pass through disappointments and difficulties encountered frequently in practicing, with cello at their hand. To find joy in playing the cello, take it easy and be relaxed is a foundations of string performance. The lessons of cello art is place for joy and relaxation. I am insisting not fully on regular practice, which is important on all stages of playing, but on thorough and mindful practice each time when ones take the cello.With awareness to the smallest signals of the body. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I believe that learning is incredibly individualized. Each student will have specific goals and ways of understanding instruction. Because of this, I believe that teaching should be just as individualized. I aim to teach each student in what ever way will best support them in their learning, rather than forcing all students to learn in one uniform way. I also believe in a holistic method of teaching, meaning we will focus on how singing feels in the entire body, rather than only focusing on the neck up. Read More

Instruments: Piano

The key is to always to make sure that my students have a solid foundation in pianistic techniques and fundamentalsand then introduce the adequate repertoire while taking into account their sensitivity. I often use a combination of classical and modern music in order to motivate my students to practice and continue to learn while keeping the lessons engaging, challenging, and fun. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo Oboe

It brings me joy when I see my students progressing perfecting there craft. It gives students opportunities for personal, moral, and social growth in addition to the basic skills of music instruction. Creating meaningful musical experiences gives students opportunities to grow and explore music in ways they would not on their own. I will always go above and beyond to make sure students succeed by offering extra opportunities that will stretch and motivate students. e. Read More