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Raymiah J In Home Teaches Online
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Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Gospel, Opera, Latin, Hip Hop, Spirituals, Reggae, Latin Jazz, Soul

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Raymiah J  
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In Home Teaches Online
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Gospel, Opera, Latin, Hip Hop, Spirituals, Reggae, Latin Jazz, Soul

Where I Teach:
In Your Home Online
Ages Taught: 8-60
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Degrees / Training / Special Info:

MFA, Stephen F. Austin State University, Music Education

BM, Stephen F. Austin State University, Music

All-level Music Certification, Texas

Awards:

2008-UIL Sweepstakes, Humble Middle School 2014-Founding Music Teacher, KIPP Northeast College Prep

Overview:
I was born in Marshall, Texas. I received my Bachelor of Music and my Master of Fine Arts in Music Education from Stephen F. Austin State University. I've spent seven years in public schools in the surrounding Houston area before coming on to teach with KIPP Houston Public Schools in 2012. My primary instrument is violin/viola under the training of Dr. Isidor Saslav, but spend my weekends on bass for community events and local performances. As a young musician, I received an opportunity to perform with my former orchestra teacher Ken Lattimore, who is now a member of country and western group Sons of the Pioneers. In my musical career, Mr. Jackson has performed with the Marshall Symphony, Orchestra of the Pines, the SFA Chamber Orchestra and the Mu Xi Chapter Men’s Chorus of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. At KIPP Houston Public Schools, my students have been featured performers at the Muscular Dystrophy Association Annual Muscle Walk, Downtown Houston’s House of Blues, the 2014 KIPP Gala, and with Mark Wood (co-founder of world famous Trans-Siberian Orchestra) in a combined Electrify Your Strings concert including KIPP Sharp Orchestra, KIPP Sharpstown Orchestra and Choir, and YES Prep Orchestra.
EXPERIENCE
My fourteen years as a strings teacher has included both private lessons and public school settings. Many of his students have gone on to be involved in regional orchestras, Houston Youth Symphony, and university orchestras. From 2007 through 2010 orchestras under my care have earned consistent First Division ratings at UIL competitions, including “Sweepstakes” honors in 2008. Other superior and first division honors include those from the Humble Invitational, Pride of Texas and Soundwaves music festivals.
METHODS USED
I use a number of resources to teach students concepts in musical performance. This includes online resources and method books that enhance fundamentals and technique. I do believe that understanding of music theory is necessary to advance beyond the intermediate level, and this system has assisted in training many students over the years. Novice students are encouraged through movement and activities to teach concepts while intermediate players are given exercises that focus on instrumental technique to strengthen musicality. A general track of a novice to advanced student would begin with games to rate knowledge of tempo and dynamics, then progress to the Sound Innovation
LESSON STYLE
As a strong believer of the KIPP mission and vision, I work hard to instill the truths spoken to me behind the process of getting to and through college, constantly reminded by the words of Marianne Williamson that “our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate, but that we are powerful beyond measure.” There are 2 things that I believe in regards to education: 1) All students can/will learn. 2) It is not whether or not you are smart, but rather HOW you are smart, citing Gardner's Theory of Intelligence.
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Annemarie Miles

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Mr. Raymiah J. is a wonderful teacher! He is patient, knowledgeable, fun, and thinks out of the box to teach students in the way that they best learn. We are blessed to have him as a teacher and would highly recommend him to others.

Ana Zamarripa

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He's very polite and my daughter has not had a complaint. She feels comfortable.

Christina Hess

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Very friendly. Very good explaining.

Beckye Manzel

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He's very patient and knowledgable! All 4 of my kids are learning a great deal from him!!

Annemarie Miles

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Mr. Raymiah J. has been fantastic! We couldn't be happier and feel lucky that we found him. My daughter looks forward to her lesson all week! He is knowledgeable, patient, and knows how to connect with his students. We would highly recommend him to others.

Rainey Lochte

5

He is very kind and patient and encouraging with my daughter. She is enjoying her lessons with him. She has learned so much in just a few weeks!

Jesus Aguilar

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he's great, very patient with my daughter

Julie Strohkorb

5

Very personable and excellent instructor for kids

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