Music Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola, Electric Violin, Double Bass, Music

I also make it a point to observe how they learn and what is successful for them along with what doesn't work so well. I use educational tools such as videos and games to also teach, especially for the younger ones. This makes them enjoy the lesson more I've found. I encourage Jr High High School students to be involved in competitions and summer camps, and make sure they know that their success is mostly dependent on their dedication to the craft. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard

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. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar

I have had the priveledge of playing with some of the best musicians in South Florida and beyond. Nothing is more exciting than having a student be prepared and ready to recieve new material each lesson. I have had students that were Instructors at college and recording engineers as well as top on call players in the Nashville scene. I am currently playing in the Mark May Band, which has been in the top 5 spot on the Billboard Blues Charts most recently. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute, Music, Keyboard

I vary students lessons with their interests and find the best teaching methods and practices to fit their needs. I encourage students to set up goals at the beginning of each semester. I believe everyone is different and unique. Everyone has different personalities and pace on learning anything. No one can stop you on learning but yourself. But time devoting is very important. Therefore, I require all my students must have to practice outside of class even 10 minutes every day. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Music, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching methods are dependent upon the goals of the individual student; I implement a variety of different method books, including Hal Leonard, Mel Bay, Berklee Press, Shearer Method, and Parkening Method. For students desiring to learn classical, I use the studies of Sor, Carcassi, Aguado, Sagreras, as well as carefully selected repertoire. For students who desire to learn more contemporary styles, tablature and chords are used to teach different songs and techniques that the student may be learning. Read More