Music Lessons in Upper West Side, NY

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Piccolo

Seeing my students grow and develop in every lesson is rewarding. Encouraging them to keep going it's my best attribute. It's very important to me that each and every student develops at their own pace. Setting short and long-term goals as for each lesson is very important for the student; this way he/her can know what to expect from the teacher. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Ben is a New York City-based jazz pianist, composer, and producer. His classical training and bebop roots resonate in his explorations of contemporary jazz harmony. Having lived in the Philippines, Peru, Kenya, Montréal, and New York, Ben has been a part of several distinct music scenes. He has performed with Taru Alexander, Miles Griffith, Stanley Banks, Kevin Dean, Josh David Barrett, Steve Brown, Daryl Johns, Jesse Collins, and other acclaimed musicians. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Harmonica Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching my younger brothers to play guitar almost since I started learning myself. Professionally, I've worked for Curtain Call in Stamford, CT to help run their Summer Youth drama program. I also directed, music directed, and choreographed the musicals at Trinity Catholic Middle School for two years. Privately, I've worked at the Schule of Music, instructing young children in guitar lessons. I believe that the drive for learning must come from the student and I'm simply their to encourage their passions and give them the knowledge and resources to achieve their own ideas. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Bass Guitar Recorder Double Bass Keyboard

I am a musician, composer, and educator with backgrounds in both jazz and classical studies. I have a Bachelors of Music from New England Conservatory and a Masters of Music at Berklee College of Music's Global Jazz Institute. I am regularly performing in a wide variety of settings from jazz to avant-garde to hip hop and anything in between. Some of my past teachers include Susan Hagen, Dave Holland, John Patitucci, Cecil McBee, Danilo Perez, Frank Carlberg, and Jason Moran among others. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

Ive taught private students off and on for over 7 years, and regularly for for about 3 years. I got serious about teaching when I was in the masters program at the Juilliard School. Ive only ever taught saxophone but I am proficient at the flute as well. I have been a featured guest clinician at high schools, as well as a volunteer at elementary schools in North Carolina where I am from. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Music

He has received lessons and masterclasses from various world-renowned musicians such as David Takeno, Alexander Bartha, Jasmine Lin, Joseph Silverstein, Noah Bendix-Balgley, James Buswell, Alexander Kerr, Gerard Poulet, Philip Setzer, Cho-Liang Lin, etc. His love for chamber music also has propelled him to take part in various chamber music festivals such as Formosa Chamber Music Festival, Taipei Music Academy Festival, Sarasota Music Festival, Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival, etc. He also has won the first prize at Paul Rolland Violin Competition, as well as various awards from National Student Competitions. Read More

Instruments: Double Bass Music

Music is a vital part of how we process emotions as individuals and communities. I believe in meeting students where they are no matter their age or skill set to increase their ability to express themselves through music. I aim to provide a well-rounded approach taking into account musicianship skills (listening, reading, singing, and improvising) as well as technical bass skills (left and right hand technique and posture). I also hope to work with students' passions to make their personalized goals have the most significance. Read More