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Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Piccolo
We learn at different paces. For me to see someone accomplish a goal is a reward in itself and they should be proud as well they even accomplished something that is so major. I set realistic goals for my students each lesson and from there we add another goal to add to the last goal. When students when they accomplish a goal, it fuels them and makes them even more eager to learn. Read More
Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
When teaching beginners (especially kids/teens), I think back to how I learned the alto sax. So in terms of teaching saxophone, I teach from Bruce Pearson's Standard Of Excellence Volume 1! When giving a lesson, I start out by asking basic questions about what drives the student to succeed. I make a plan of action for them to achieve the goals! First starting on rudiments, then progressing to full length songs! Read More
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, French Horn
I have been involved in music as a player since 1966, and have been a featured soloist on both trumpet and clarinet with concert bands around the Southeast. I began playing my secondary instrument (trumpet) in 1970, and have studied conducting with symphony orchestras and concert bands. I have taught band at elementary, middle and high school levels, and was honored with the task of founding the band program at my last school. Read More
Instruments: Guitar, Saxophone, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
I'm very big on motivation. I tell my students from day one how great there doing and give them something to work towards. For example if I have a guitar student that really wants to be a lead guitarist I will play the solo of one of there favorite songs and teach them a small part of it or all of it if they are at an advanced level. I believe this is why my stufents never quit and always are excited to lesrn more because theres never a dull moment. Read More
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Recorder, Double Bass
I listen to students play in order to assess their level. I then formulate a strategy for improvement. I log all lessons into a database so that students can reflect backand gauge progress. This approach ensures that both student and instructor are accountable with the tasks assigned. Read More
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