Music Lessons in Upper Saddle River, NJ

Instruments: Flute Clarinet

I work together with my students to create realistic goals for growth and success. I believe in having high expectations for my students because I love seeing growing passion and love for something that is so important to me! I also make it a priority to create a safe space for my students to be able to communicate with me about goals and material. I make sure to try and get to know my students in order to help them grow as much I possibly can, to understand how each individual learns so I can create specific and individualized programs! Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Music Djembe

Immersed in the dynamic arts community, I served on the Board of the Pocatello Arts Council, nurturing my passion for both performance and advocacy. Currently, I am delving deeper into the nuances of jazz at New York University, pursuing my Master's degree in Jazz Studies under the mentorship of acclaimed drummer Ari Hoenig. My dedication to musical excellence and cultural exchange shines through in every performance, blending traditional rhythms with contemporary flair. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Acoustic Guitar

My recent professional theater credits include: GYPSY (Louise) at The Covedale Center for the Arts (Nomination from The League of Cincinnati Theater for BEST ACTRESS), Title Role in MARY POPPINS at The Renaissance Theater, BRIGADOON (u/s Fiona) and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at The Wick Theater, and Ensemble roles in SOME PEOPLE HEAR THUNDER (The Capital Repertory Theater) and MAMMA MIA (Theatre Aspen). In New York City, I was recently seen at The New York Theatre Festival in LET THERE BE LIGHT as a principal role and The New York Musical Festival as a featured vocalist. Read More

Instruments: Voice

Working on ones singing technique need not be a mystical venture, but it is filled with results beyond those we could dare to expect at the onset. People of all ages and levels of expertise can benefit from learning to express themselves with a vocal ease and freedom. The vocal technique I teach combines vocal exercises and repertoire to help each student become an artist capable of independence, creativity, and excitement. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I’m a singing teacher who is passionate about helping my students find their voice and tell their own personal stories in the songs we work on. Some become professional singers/songwriters if that is their goal. Some are accepted into college music programs. After two years as a Musical Theater major at Tisch School of the Arts, I graduated from New York University’s Gallatin Independent Study program, merging my wider interests in Classic Texts, Science, and Writing while continuing to study singing privately in NYC. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I began taking on some of my own private students around 3 years ago, and quickly fell in love with the idea of giving back to others what I have learned over my years of performing. Introducing students to the basics of guitar and their significance, as well as motivating and informing students of the importance of practice and persistence are some of the key elements I like to emphasize when teaching - especially with younger students. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

In 2007, I graduated from Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Flute Performance and in 2011, I graduated from the Universtiy at Buffalo with a Master's in Music Education (NYS Certified Music Educator). I am constantly looking for new inspirations to positively affect my flute playing, which is why I love to teach! The experiences I've had with my students have helped me grow as a flautist and educator. Read More