Music Lessons in Valhalla, NY

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I come from a classical background, receiving a bachelor's degree in classical guitar performance, thus my expertise is in classical music, flamenco, folk, fingerpicking, and just acoustic guitar in general. However, I have experience in electric guitar and bass guitar as well, playing rock, pop, blues, and many other styles. I have performed in classical ensembles, rock bands, and currently perform as a solo artist. These different playing and music styles have given me great flexibility, both as a performer and an instructor. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I offer the option for students to send me practice progress videos during the week so that I may comment on any questions that may arise in between lessons. I have found that this pushes students to keep a regular practice routine, and also develops their ability to self-critique and correct their own playing. I work with students to identify goals to focus on every week and develop effective, reasonable practice plans that work with their busy schedules. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I'm a professional player, teacher, and student since 2012. -Through my career, I won the 1st place of the National Festival in Italy, I received the 1st place of the Local Band Competition in my hometown, and I was one of the top 10 finalists of the National Drum Competition, again in Italy. I moved to New York to study music and follow my passion for this art that allows me to express myself in the most complete and direct way.-Through my whole career, I performed and worked with multiple artist and bands exploring differents music scenes and styles. Read More

Instruments: Voice Drums

As an educator, I have 10+ years of teaching experience in voice, drums, composition, music theory and ear training. Currently, I teach privately in my home studio and for several local music schools. Starting in the Fall of 2014, I'll be an adjunct professor in Composition, Music Theory and Music Fundamentals at Housatonic Community College. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Bass Guitar Double Bass

I had years of teaching experiences back home to Italy in Upright Electric bass and trumpet and I supported as a musicians many Berklee Faculties during their classes. I love teaching to persons of any ages, but especially young students. I believe all of us have talent to play and make music, but sometime we don't know how to approach our talent. I always push to my students to be themselves and never imitate somebody else. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium

The most rewarding part of a private lesson is seeing the students' love more music develop right in front of you! Therefore, it is critical that I tailor each lesson to fit a student's needs so that they may progress at their own pace. I accomplish this by setting realistic goals for my students. Because of this I make sure to acknowledge the accomplishment of my students when they find progress, and use that progress as motivation for the next lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For Beginners, the rudiments are essential. We start with that and don not even concentrate on learning how to read drum charts. We concentrate on STICKING and coordination and proper grip, without paying too much attention to a " proper grip". Everything is evaluated from stick size to hand size to hand form to posture. Posture is essential in this instrument as one is typically SITTING. We move onto the student's musical preference, so as to keep interest at its peak. Read More