Piano Lessons in Pahokee, FL

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Harp Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a Professional Multi-instrumentalist, with emphasis on Bass Guitar, Guitar, Lever Harp, Piano and Tenor Saxophone. I had the pleasure of working with some of the most amazing musicians from around the world. I am a highly passionate musician and instructor who loves to create all types of musical compositions. Making music improves the quality of people's lives through mental and physical change. I like to educate and be part of that process and lead others down the path of their own musical journey. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Lute Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I've been a full-time music teacher and performer in the late 1970s. I've studied with some of the top teachers in the world including Aaron Shear at NC School of Arts who I helped publish his last series of books with Mel Bay. As well as teaching college level guitar and music courses, I have taught an average of 70 students a week for 15 years during the 1990s and early 2000s. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Djembe

It has been a pleasure working with students derived from a variety of demographics and age groups. In 2010 I taught senior citizens how to play the steelpan for 2 years (Independence Village White Lake, MI) and prepared them for a performance, in 2012 I taught basic percussion skills for a through a homeschool co-op for one semester (Troy, Michigan) and in the past three years, I've taught private drum set and piano lessons to students ranging from 7-40 years old. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Ukulele Recorder French Horn Music Keyboard

I break down the overall goal to a small step that is doable for the student. I am nice and patient with students, meanwhile, I insist on they accomplishing my instruction. It is fine if it takes several tries, but most importantly is that they had to try. Practicing is a way to learn from the mistake and how to avoid it. Practicing also teaches us how to be patient and doing it efficiently leading to success. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Cello Music

I like to set realistic goals based on where you are at vocally and musically. So it's important that we work together to set goals and timelines that make sense for you based on how you progress, as everyone progresses at different speeds. I feel it's so important for you to know when you have breakthroughs and hit your achievements. My lessons are tailored to you and your voice style so your goals will be suited to fit your needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I like working with songs that students will enjoy playing or singing. I use songs as tools that include new information; so, with each piece, student learns something new with the joy of "just" learning a song. I create lesson plans that allow students to learn one step at a time. I use variety of methods that help students to focus and/or refocus on the concepts they are learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Fiddle Double Bass Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I typically use a combination of methods in the private lesson setting-method books, etude books, books for technique, solo repertoire, and pop/rock/jazz music and or charts for contemporary study. For beginners, I like Essential Elements 2000, Faber Method, Suzuki solo books, and easy pop music books. For more advanced students, I will incorporate advanced methods such as etude books/orchestral excerpts along with repertoire geared more towards polishing for recital or performance. Read More