Music Lessons in Turtle Bay, NY

Instruments: Piano

I'm friendly, motivated and patient instructor. I love working with students and inspire them to love music. How do I inspire them? I demonstrate and teach beautiful music to my students. I graduated Music School and Grodno Music College in 1980 with Diploma Piano Teacher and Piano accompanist. Performing with Minsk Philharmonic Orchestra has been one of the greater experience in my live as a musician . I've had an opportunity to play in Minsk theater as choir accompanist. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I listen and watch students and learn from them what it is they need, going from wherever they may be with the instrument, to the next step. And then beyond, all at a pace which motivates them while making them confident they have what they need to enjoy their own music. Each student is unique and I tailor what we do to their age, level of experience, musical aspirations and personality. Read More

Instruments: Electric Guitar

 In all of my years of learning and growing as a teacher, it has always been fun, exciting, and rewarding. My approach is simple. Give me a chance to show you a few things and see if this experience is fun, informing, and exciting for you as well. Learning is the ultimate goal and sure it takes a lot of practice. I will always be patient and do whatever I can with your personal goals in mind. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! 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. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs.“The fact that music education creates well-rounded, confident children, helps them become whole human beings who are sensitive to the world around them and teaches them the ability to think critically is why finding your music and giving your kids music lessons is such and important worthwhile undertaking. “ Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar

Assumption #1: all my students want to learn to play well and perform well with other musicians Assumption #2: all my students will practice the material I assign and develop a consistent practice routine Fact #1: nothing comes from nothing (you must practice and practice regularly) Fact #2: you WILL become a good (possibly a great) musician if you follow Assumption #2 and NOT Fact #1 My teaching methods are born from: a) What was taught to me by my musical mentors and b) How my personal experiences have developed my musicianship through years and years of playing and performing. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

Etudes/Exercises: Etudes combine learning of the scales, with phrasing, character and expression. There are multitudes of etude books and exercises that we can explore to find the right match. 3. Solo (and/or chamber music, audition music, etc.): The last part of lessons focus on any music that students are currently working on or would like to challenge themselves with. Whether it is an audition, recital, or competition, we will take the time to learn the music you love to play! Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums

Because I teach such a wide variety of musical styles, my teaching style varies greatly from student to student. On Drums, I'm capable of teaching students up to extremely advanced professional level students, so I most often custom design my lesson plans based on the student's needs. I often will invent my own exercises for them, and also use many of the classic method books in the drum instructional canon of which there are simply too many to mention. Read More