Andrew F
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Drums, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Djembe
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Folk, R&B, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Electronic, Showtunes, Spirituals, Avant-garde
Andrew F
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Drums, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Djembe
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Folk, R&B, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Electronic, Showtunes, Spirituals, Avant-garde
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
My Studio
Ages Taught: 10-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
BA, Bard College, Music Composition
Awards:
2017 - performed with MasterVoices at Barclays Center
2017 - toured nationally with my band
2017 - released debut album
2016 - graduated from Bard College
2013 - performed in Switzerland with the Collegiate Chorale
2012 - performed with Collegiate Chorale at Carnegie Hall
2012 - performed in Israel and Austria with the Collegiate Chorale
Overview:
I am a multifaceted musician, music producer, composer and instrumentalist with diverse musical experience spanning many genres and styles. I graduated from Bard College in 2016 with a degree in music composition. While at Bard, I was involved with the opera workshop and the audio engineering crew. I play six instruments and am able to teach most of them proficiently. Currently, I perform as a solo musician with a backing band at venues and clubs throughout the New York area, and also compose and produce music for film, TV, video games and advertisements.
EXPERIENCE
I first began teaching in 2012, when I gave volunteer drum lessons. Shortly after that, I began giving piano and voice lessons both in schools and one-on-one. Currently, when I'm not teaching private lessons, I work part-time as a traveling pre-school music teacher, where I teach preschoolers music with my guitar, picture books, and even puppets! I am comfortable teaching students of all ages but prefer young children, as they can benefit the most from developing a passion for their instrument, which can lead to a lifelong pursuit of music.
METHODS USED
It's all about the student's interests. I first gauge what styles they are interested in performing, and then implement the proper methods of teaching those styles. Depending on their ability level, I will simultaneously implement necessary techniques while generating the repertoire so that when it comes time for a recital, they will be ready. Lessons will generally begin with warmups, followed by choosing pieces to perform or developing pieces that have already been chosen. Once the student has nailed the piece, I will suggest performing it live.
LESSON STYLE
As someone with diverse training with multiple instruments and styles, I am very determined to teaching my students and having them become the best they can be at their instrument. I am firm, but patient and understand that practicing the right way is more important than practicing frequently. I am able to work as slow or fast as a student needs; it all depends on their comfortable pace. When my students accomplish their goals, whether it be learning a piece, perfecting a new technique, or gaining experience performing live, it will be incredibly rewarding for both of us.
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