Music Lessons in Southbury, CT

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

My teaching experience is based on the 16+ years I have playing. I was based out of a gospel environment, and moved further into almost EVERY other genre. I have been teaching for about 7 years now. Most of my many accomplishments, and stages include the Prudential Center, Radio City Music Hall, and more! I have had the pleasure to accompany Pastor Marvin Sapp, Marvin Winans, Lady Temaine Hawkins, Bishop William Murphy, Bishop Albert Jameson, and many more! Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for playing flute! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson, always asking for their input so that the direction of their musical journey can follow their desires. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs, and help ensure they have the necessary tools and support to reach their goals. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

Convert to 9/8 by adding an 8th note to every example.  Play HH with Left Foot on quarter notes, eighth notes, and off-beats (&'s) for entire book, with RH aon Ride Cymbal Invent your own simple open-HH placements throughout book.   Funk:  Rockin' Bass Drum with the xxxx (RRRR & RLRL) patterns will work for basic funk Advanced Funk Studies Book 1 (yellow cover) by Rick Latham Future Sounds by David Garibaldi   Jazz: Alfred's Beginning Drumset Method (pages 32-45) & Book 2 (jazz section) Then, Advanced Techniques For The Modern Drummer by Jim Chapin (The quintessential book of jazz independence) Then, my progressive system to full independence and musical jazz drumming, using Ted Reed's Syncopation, 24 ways. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

Working with novice piano students, I usually employ traditional method materials like Bastien or Thompson if the student is a child, and Alfred for adults. Though it is rare, and usually at the insistence of a parent, I can also use these methods with beginning guitar students. For advanced students, whose aim is to broaden an already substantial aquaintance with theoretical and compositonal studies, I use the "Guitar Grimoire" series by Adam Kadman. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Tuba

I work with students, depending on their levels of musicianship. My main goal as a teacher is for my students to feel connected to the piece they are playing. "Stop thinking technical, and think musical." Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele

I have been teaching music for two years now. It started when I gave friends lessons. This helped my discover my passion for teaching. Why I love teaching is because it allows me to help other people using a skill that I'm good at, which is music. I also like the creative challenge of teaching. Different students learn in unique ways, so sometimes the teacher needs to change their lessons around the student. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I have a set of six books that I use with beginning student, and gradually add a few more when they have been studying for a year or two. One book I use with all my students is a compendium of scale exercises that I wrote and published myself. I have continued to refine this method over the years and make it available to all my students. The results have been outstanding! Read More