Music Lessons in Tampa Bay Palms, FL

Instruments: Piano Voice Trombone Organ Music

I have been teaching since 2017. I started off with private lessons in St. Augustine, FL, then proceeded to join the Community School of Music at Stetson University as a Student Teacher in 2017. After graduating from Stetson in 2019, I stayed and taught as a Faculty Teacher at the Community School of Music, having more students. During my tenure, I taught students from four to 85 years old. When I went to get my graduate studies, I taught private lessons online and in person. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

From a young age, I've been interested in music, and I would often tap around on my grandma's piano, but alas I went toward brass instruments. I started playing trumpet in middle school around the age of 11, and I've been playing trumpet for about 11 years. I played for 3 years in my high school's marching band, winning state championship's one year, and 3rd the other years. I've played in jazz bands, concert bands, and I've participated in MPA. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Drums Synthesizer Euphonium Keyboard

While in grade school, I also took a liking to local music scenes and other musical endeavors outside of the academic environment and began to glean from those influences as well. Upon graduating high school, I was accepted into the University of North Florida to play euphonium. My freshman year I performed with UNF's top Wind Ensemble at Carnegie Hall. My focus shifted to playing piano primarily and I spent the remainder of my tenure there in UNF's reputable jazz program in their top combos and big bands, working with world-renowned clinicians and staff. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I began teaching five years ago with a diverse studio that covered everything from musical theatre to hip hop. I currently teach at a music studio here in Jacksonville, where I have a large studio of private students as well as group music classes for elementary and preschool aged children. I emphasize exploration and curiosity and encourage my students to explore multiple genres of music. Classical voice is my favorite thing to teach but I love when my students bring me new and exciting pieces of all kinds to work on. Read More

Instruments: Violin Music

Teaching Experience: My teaching experience spans over four years. I have taught a variety of players at different ability levels, spanning from age 3 to 26. Performance Experience: Ocala Symphony Orchestra Ocala, FL 2019-present Substitute University of Florida Symphony Orchestra Gainesville, FL 2019-present Concertmaster principal of second violins University of Florida Graduate String Ensembles Gainesville, FL 2019-present String quartet, piano quintet, piano quartet, string trio Furman University Symphony Orchestra Greenville, SC 2015-2019 Principal of second violins Furman University Scholarship Quartet Greenville, SC 2015-2019 Furman University Chamber Strings Greenville, SC 2018 Principal of second violins Furman University Opera Pit Orchestra Greenville, SC 2016-2018 Furman University May Experience Engaging Music Duet Greenville, SC 2018 Notable Teachers: Private Lessons Chamber music Master classes William Preucil William Preucil William Preucil Janna Lower Aspen String Trio Veronique Mathieu Thomas Joiner Miami String Quartet Nancy Chang Miles Hoffman Mary C. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Recorder Music Keyboard

For beginner piano students, I have two methods books that I use. For young children, I use the Bastion Piano Basics series. It is colorful, fun, and exciting for young learners. It is also very informative, so parents can help their young ones practice if they need the help! For beginning adult students, I use the Faber Adult Piano Adventures series, as this is more tailored to older students. It is less focused on colorful visuals, and uses language geared toward older learners. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My name is Jerry. I LOVE music and passing my knowledge on to others. I have played music for 35 years. I started on clarinet in 7th grade and soon after discovered guitar. I picked up bass in high school was awarded a full scholarship to play with the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra while majoring in music. I also played tuba for 2 years with the VSU Blazin' Brigade marching band. After college I joined the United States Marine Corps and played guitar for the 2nd Marine Division band. Read More