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Chris M Teaches Online
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Instruments: Cello, Bass Guitar, Double Bass
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Latin, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Salsa, Showtunes, Spirituals, Reggae, Latin Jazz, Swing, New Age, Samba, Bossa Nova, Soul, Punk, Mariachi, Avant-garde

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Chris M   Teaches Online
Instruments: Cello, Bass Guitar, Double Bass
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Latin, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Salsa, Showtunes, Spirituals, Reggae, Latin Jazz, Swing, New Age, Samba, Bossa Nova, Soul, Punk, Mariachi, Avant-garde

Where I Teach:
Online
Ages Taught: 9-80
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Degrees / Training / Special Info:

BM, Brigham Young University, Commercial Music

Awards:

2007 - University of South Florida cello scholarship

2011 - BYU-Idaho cello scholarship 2013 - BYU cello scholarship

2014 - BYU commercial music scholarship

2015 - Played bass with BYU's premier jazz band "Synthesis," played for artists including David Archuleta and Gladys Knight

Overview:
I'm a professional musician and teacher with experience all across the musical spectrum. I have played both the cello and bass for professional orchestras (Idaho Falls Symphony, Brevard Symphony Orchestra), recording sessions, jazz bands, wedding/party bands, string quartets, bands for singers, and solo performances. I also spent a year and a half as a pianist, playing at the SLC International Airport and a top-rated Italian restaurant. I started with the piano and the drums at age 9. Over the years I picked up the cello, the guitar, bass guitar, upright bass, banjo, harmonica, violin, viola, mandolin, violone, lute, songwriting, audio production, sound engineering, and arranging. I've sold original songs, engineered and produced music for singers, and created professional backing tracks. Some people might say I have a hard time focusing. The cello and bass remain my strongest suits. I would love to help you progress with these instruments, regardless of where you are on your journey!
EXPERIENCE

I first started teaching private music lessons in 2006, when I was in 11th grade in high school. Since then, I've had teaching studios ranging from 1 to 13 students (all while trying to get through school). I've taught lessons on piano, guitar, bass, and cello. Through my experience, I've learned that I do best teaching the bass and the cello. They are my best instruments, and therefore the only instruments I feel confident teaching to others. I want to help students play better, practice better, write better music, improvise better, understand music theory better, find more joy in their craft, and succeed in any of their pursuits.

METHODS USED

With the cello and double bass, I use the Suzuki books, along with my own system I've developed. On the bass guitar, I start by focusing on songs that student is already familiar with, and then expand from there. I have all of my students identify songs that they would like to learn on their own, while studying other pieces of music at the same time. I want my students to know how to both read music, and "play by ear." I teach them to really use their ears, to know if they're playing in tune, and if their rhythm and tempo are correct. I also teach them music theory, scales, arpeggios, and improvisation. I also teach students how to play their instruments efficiently, stay relaxed, and avoid injury.

LESSON STYLE

My teaching has been shaped and inspired by many sources - from my own past teachers, to figures such as Bruce Lee (one of my biggest inspirations). I believe that for many problems, there is more than one correct solution, more than one "way." But I have to balance this idea with the fact that sometimes, one solution is better than another. I try to make sure I don't teach with a "my way or the highway" attitude, and let students choose things for themselves, whenever possible. At the same time, there are many ways to play an instrument and do an OK job - but when you want to be able to play anything, no matter how difficult, your options are limited. It is important to know what those options are. Correct technique is essential to becoming proficient on any instrument. Music is fun for me. It is a joy. And I believe that it can and should be a joy for anyone else. If a student isn't progressing, or enjoying their learning, I take responsibility for it.

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