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Jamese L In Home Teaches Online
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Instruments: Piano, Voice
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Country, R&B, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Hip Hop, Showtunes, Spirituals, Bossa Nova

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Jamese L   In Home Teaches Online
Instruments: Piano, Voice
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Country, R&B, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Hip Hop, Showtunes, Spirituals, Bossa Nova

Where I Teach:
In Your Home Online
Ages Taught: 10-80
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Degrees / Training / Special Info:
Bachelor Degree: Sanford University
Awards:

Samford Division of Music Scholarship

Army Achievement Medal

Army Meritorious Service Medal

NATS Alabama 1st Place Vocal Winner

Overview:
Greetings! I am a dedicated instructor who believes in cultivating students into being the best musician possible. I have studied the art of music in the forms of voice and piano since the age of four years old from Birmingham Southern College. I received my Bachelors in piano and voice from Samford University and my Masters from the University of Florida. Currently, I am working on my certification in vocal techniques at Berklee. I am a retired Army officer and I performed with the Army Band for over ten years. I have traveled with the band all over the United States and abroad singing and playing professionally. I have performed with Opera Birmingham and I am a member of the Alabama Symphony Chorus.

I currently work as an adjunct music professor at Birmingham Southern College teaching piano and vocal instruction. My philosophy is that you only get what you put forth. Therefore, give your best, work hard and you will reap the benefits of your hard work. Music is a discipline and you must work hard to obtain the right tools to become a well-trained, diverse musician. I believe that the arts in general makes the whole child. In my teaching experience, I have seen behaviors change in children and youth. They have been able to express themselves. Furthermore, they have developed more focus and discipline. Music is a great asset to have in life. It is the universal language. I look forward to working with you all!

EXPERIENCE
I have over thirty years of teaching experience. My experience dates back to my military days fresh out of high school. I began teaching on the side while in school and serving my country. Also, I served as a church music director. I do have a classical background but my performance with the Army band allowed be to learn and perform different genres of music from r and b to country music. I have performed in front thousands and experience in performing because being a great artist is being versatile in your particular instrument and being a great performer.

METHODS USED
For piano, I use Faber instructional books for piano. I teach music theory which include but not limited to scales, rhythm, etc. I give instruction on music vocabulary and literature. Furthermore, students learn some music history which includes the different eras and composers. Also, I teach vocal pedagogy which includes but not limited to breathing and phonation. I teach according to the students' level of comprehension and ability. I encourage the students to advance. Also, I prepare students for performances and recitals.

LESSON STYLE
I love when a student is excited coming to their lesson and learning! My style is simple. I am very hands on but I do believe in effective learning. I Expect my students to practice. I am told that I am hard at times but I just believe in giving your level best! No practice doesn't make perfect but it does make successful and competent musicians. I will always encourage students and let them know their progress and what can be improved. I believe in having an environment of learning with intensity but enjoyable.

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