Music Lessons in Upper Montclair, NJ

Instruments: Violin Viola

I am a fun and easy-going instructor and I love working with people. In 2015, I graduated from SUNY Fredonia with a Bachelor of Music degree in Viola Performances. Asides from viola, I also play piano and drums at local churches. I currently teach at Edward R. Murrow High School, so I commute between Brooklyn and Queens and am willing to teach in both areas. Viola and violin are the best instruments I can teach (up to advanced), with cello and bass at a beginner/intermediate level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone French Horn Keyboard

Berklee City Music combines the breadth of Berklee resources, facilities, and available scholarships with an environment of attention and encouragement. Kids get the tools and support they need to flourish as students, musicians, and—perhaps most important—confident and well-rounded individuals ready to shape their world.   Harborlight/Stoneridge Montessori School, (2010-2013) Taught group lessons to students in 5th and 6th grade.    Beverly Public Schools, (2010-2013) K-12 Substitute General Music Teacher, and Para Professional.  Instructed classroom music lessons weekly to children K-12 based on lesson plans.  Teaching music theory, music history, and organized musical activities for students. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I love to play old style blues and folk along with 60s rock n roll. I also love 90s alternative music. If youre a hippie at heart or just looking to learn how To play your favorite songs, lets get started! Ive played a lot from metal to classical all through my teenage years. From grunge metal bands to folk acoustic jams Ive covered a lot of ground over the years. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone

I'm an experienced musician and educator with the strong belief that anyone can learn and love music. I studied music at the New England Conservatory and Harvard University, and I've had the privilege of traveling throughout North and Central America performing jazz, classical, rock, and many other types of music. I've also been lucky enough to appear on recordings by a variety of artists, including singer-songwriter Ben Zaidi, acclaimed indie rock band The World Is A Beautiful Place and I Am No Longer Afraid to Die, and bass phenom Esperanza Spalding. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

I have always enjoyed teaching private lessons because it allows me to tailor the lesson to the individual students needs. This is not always possible in a classroom situation. I am patient with my students but I expect my students to practice four to five days a week. My goal is to get the students to enjoy the process of learning new music. I realize that my students will not take piano lessons forever so my hope is to get them to enjoy the process of learning new things in general. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

I am a passionate, empathic and patient teacher who has a life long passion for music and composition. I graduated New England Conservatory in Jazz Piano Performance in 2001. I've had the chance to perform all over the world and at spaces including Lincoln Center and BAM. I've composed and scored feature films including Supergirl which recently appeared on PBS. I've released two albums under Glass Ghost and I am currently getting ready to release my newest album of ambient pop music, Wave In Time, early 2019. Read More