Guitar Lessons Northeast

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

From my experiences teaching in classroom settings, I have come to realize the importance of setting short and longer term learning goals for my students and adjusting these goals together with them as we work towards reaching these objectives. Sometimes the goals are very specific, like mastering a particular concept, or practicing towards a specific audition, and some, more general, like developing certain techniques which then need to be further explored and practiced by the student. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My approach to teaching music involves three parts: 1. Learning proficiency on an instrument; 2. Maintaining interest in playing and 3. Creativity. I find it is very easy for people to get into a rut and/or get bored with music and I have some very specific approaches designed to mitigate this. I have a variety of gear at home including piano, basses, guitars amps etc so no need to bring anything if you come to my house to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Double Bass, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

When a new student comes in for their first lesson, I always make sure that they have a grasp of the fundamentals. Without the fundamentals it is very easy to develop poor technique that will at best limit them in what can be accomplished on the instrument, and at worst lead to pain or injury from playing. Once we are comfortable with the fundamentals I want to start making music with them as soon as possible. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Organ, Synthesizer, Harmonica, Ukulele, Mallet Percussion, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I studied with renowned educator Basil Ronzitti from 1997 to 2000. I studied musical composition with Dr. Albert Glinsky from 2002 to 2005. I was the house pianist at CrayZParrot lakeside restaurant from 2006 to 2014. I record music for various church choirs in the tri-state area. I compose, perform and record commercial jingles for radio and TV. Some of my clients are The YMCAs of Greater Erie and WSEE. I am presenting a symposium on the history of Appalachian music at the Jefferson Educational Society on July 17, 2017. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Acoustic Guitar

I typically create individualized plans for my vocal students, depending on their level. I focus on technique and ease of singing with proper breathing for support. I do visualization techniques to help achieve an increased range without strain. I incorporate music the student is interested in to maintain their interest and love of music. I choose pieces of music that are appropriate for their level, yet challenging enough to keep them always improving. Read More