Clarinet Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

I am currently enrolled at the University of Northern Colorado for a Doctor of Arts in Saxophone Performance with an emphasis in Jazz Pedagogy. I have performed in such venues as The Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival, The Texas Jazz Festival, the JEN Conference in Dallas, Texas, and the New Orleans Reggae Festival. I have also had the privilege to perform all over the country in states such as; Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, North Carolina, Hawaii, Maryland, and Colorado. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Recorder, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Different methods for different needs is how I help each person learn for maximum enjoyment and success. I include stretching, finger exercises, focusing tools, and relaxation techniques. Music pieces and techniques may include portions of method books, classical pieces, popular songs, and self-written songs. I teach beginners to read music (even if they cannot read words yet) and to play creatively, by ear (even if they can already read music.) But most importantly, I help students learn to play music for FUN. "Practicing" is called "Playing at Home," and I encourage finding non-stressful ways of sharing one's love of music with others. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet, Music

Like I mentioned above, I believe in having fun. You should be having as much fun as you are working hard. I have had more fun in band than almost anything else in my life. I have developed lasting friendships and memories that I will cherish forever. When it comes to teaching, I want students to know how to listen and use their ears. I like to teach by sound and feel before notation. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Cello, Viola, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion

I have been playing flute since 7th grade and marching percussion since 8th grade (I am in my 3rd year in high school). I have been playing string instruments for a year and a half after taking classes in college. I have also been playing piano since I was about 10 and have picked up different instruments along the way like clarinet. I am majoring in percussion while working towards my bachelors in music education. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

I picked up my Aunt's clarinet at 3 years of age -- and never put it back again.  27 years later, I continue to play in many different community bands and orchestras. The only thing I love more than playing music is teaching it. I have taught music in both charter schools and private lessons for the last 10 years and have a patient approach with my students. I believe that music should be fun and go out of my way to help my students find the fun in the lessons we are learning while customizing the lessons to them and their learning style. Read More