Piano Lessons in College Grove, TN

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

It was fun to see my high school choir tell me to stop playing the piano as they really got motivated in singing al capella. My greatest challenges were arranging all of the band parts for a 20 piece jazz band in high school (no computer then) and then do a similar thing when I had to re-arrange SATB music to SSAA music when the expected choir became a 40+ voice women's chorus. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone

For beginning students, I teach the Rubank Method. For intermediate and advanced students, I teach the Frost School Jazz Method. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I create engaging lesson plans based on my students interests, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons fulfilling and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Iam a spirited and passionate instructor who loves all things music. I studied Vocal music at Fisk University. I have performed with artists from many different genres, including Kid Rock and Mandisa Hundley. I have been blessed with the opportunity to perfom all over the country as well as internationally. I believe that music is the greatest language and that everyone should learn to speak it. I was born with music inside me. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I can teach anyone, and I make the lessons fun. I go at your pace. I'm very patient and engaging. I've been doing this a long time, I love it, and I love seeing my students' excitement when the light bulb clicks on! My patient style suits most students, especially young beginners and adults. When I do have a student that shows exceptional promise, I recognize this and push them harder to realize their potential. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I will push my singers to stand on their own two feet as musicians. Under my instruction, they will obtain the musical foundation necessary to make their lives easier when the gig comes along. They will have the sight reading, transcription, and ear training skills necessary to move foreward into professional settings. I want them to be confident in leading a band, counting off, reading the music in front of them, and picking up harmony on the spot. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I started teaching music about 10 years ago, and Ive always enjoyed working with students. Ive performed professionally in several bands on multiple instruments in the past 10 years, and Ive also done a good bit of studio work from composition and recording, to producing, to mastering. I emphasize practice, having fun, and learning useful skills as the keys to success in music lessons. I do believe a good combination of modern music, classical music, and music theory is the best way to become a well-rounded musician and maximize enjoyment! Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

Music has always been in my DNA. I've always from a young age wanted to have music in my life. In Indiana At age 6 I started taking weekly piano lessons . I had an awesome teacher. Patient and Kind. consistent. After taking piano lessons for 12 years I went to the University of Southwestern Michigan and studied music Theory. I moved to California in 1979 got a few jobs playing piano at restaurants and working with other musicians in the studio. Read More