Raeshon R  
Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Drums
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, R&B, Gospel, Hip Hop, Reggae, Soul

For the past 13 years I've been teaching private lessons in my studio as well as at students homes. I encourage regular practice on a consistent schedule especially for younger students, as it tends to help them progress and gain a passion for the instrument. In my school-aged students, I implement the NYS Common Core curriculum into lessons to ensure they are in alignment with learning vocabulary as well as critical thinking of music.  I also do audition prep for students preparing for performing arts schools.  For my adult students, I encourage them to enter competitions and audition for bands.  With all my students my motto is, “If they do not learn the way that I teach, then I will teach the way that they will learn!”  Music is fun, its expressive, and most of all its art and any student with me of any age will enjoy the musical pedigogial journey they embark on with me as their instructor!

I believe in teaching discipline, responsibility and dedication through the art of music!  I use the NYS Common Core in Music to teach.  My students are more likely to excel in all of their studies, have enhanced critical thinking skills and will have a higher level of focus & discipline than students not studying music & the arts.   As an adult, learning how to play an instrument is a way to challenge your brain in an effort to stay sharper and alert for longer. Not only is it possible for this stronger cognitive function to stave off dementia, but it will also allow you to enjoy a higher quality of life with a more active brain. Not to mention it’s a great stress reliever!  All in all, the main objective for me is to teach music in a fun, educational, theraputic manner!