Cory N  
Instruments: Bass Guitar
Styles: Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Country, R&B, Gospel, Latin, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Reggae, Latin Jazz, Swing, Samba, Bossa Nova, Soul, Avant-garde

I have always found it to be fulfilling to teach bass and music theory to those who are hungry to learn. I've been teaching part-time since college to help middle school students prepare for their high school jazz band auditions, teach new professionals industry lessons on how to conduct yourself in the work environment, and even just teaching retired senior citizens how to walk a jazz blues! I love to help people get closer to their musical goals no matter what level the student is at. I also love to get to know the student on a human to human level, as music is just an expression of who we are as people first and foremost.

For beginners, I always start with technique. The bass guitar is a very physically demanding instrument and without the proper technique, students can injure themselves and prevent musical expression. After fundamental hand technique is in place, I use a hybrid curriculum that my teacher walked me through mixed with my own theories that have worked for me and from the Musicians Institute basic theory book. Once both physical technique and basic theory is in place, the groundwork to explore is set and i can help the student achieve their goals of learning songs, training their ear, or simply being able to play along to records. Playing music is a privilege so keeping music fun is the most important thing.