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Vincent T In Home In Studio Teaches Online
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Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Bass Guitar, Organ, Synthesizer, Harmonica, Banjo, Mandolin
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Swing, Soul, Punk

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Vincent T  
4.6
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In Home In Studio Teaches Online
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Bass Guitar, Organ, Synthesizer, Harmonica, Banjo, Mandolin
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Swing, Soul, Punk

Where I Teach:
In Your Home My Studio Online
Ages Taught: 5-80
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Degrees / Training / Special Info:

    Bachelor's degree, Monmouth University, Music Performance and Theory        Private study at Blue Note Music, Red Bank Music, Musician's Studio, Middletown Music.

Awards:

2012- Chosen as lead singer and guitarist for Jersey Shore Blues Rock Tribute 

2011-  Record of original music released in Europe on compilation (next to Moby song!).

2010- Chosen as keyboardist for Jersey Shore Oldies Tribute Band

Overview:

       I have studied with several professional, performing musicians, but most of my learning has come from books, magazines and listening. Listening is, quite simply, the best teacher you can have, provided you do it properly. I have played music since age eight, in school bands, jazz bands, blues, and rock bands. I also have written songs since age 10, and recorded numerous cd's of original music in various styles. I am currently the frontman in the Jersey Shore Blues Rock Tribute Band. I also play solo piano at hospitals and nursing homes. I work music as a full time job, and have never had a second thought about being a musician. I have studied numerous instruments and musical styles, as well as writing, recording, performance, history, criticism and theory.

EXPERIENCE

       I have taught music since 1994, when I was in college. What was at first a part time job blossomed into a full time job when local music stores and luthiers began recommending me. I have a strong roster of about 30 students, and maintain it mostly through word of mouth and recommendations. I teach out of my private studio, as well as people's homes. I have trained students for recitals, recording, various types of bands, and competitions. A third grade piano student of mine just won the talent show at his school, beating out students two years older!

METHODS USED

           I base my lessons around the student, not a cookie cutter method. I look for three crieteria: a student's interests, ability level, and time they have to practice. I am very interested in what the student thinks of the lessons, and ask for feedback frequently. I encourage them to bring their own ideas and songs into the lessons. I am very keen on review; if someone doesn't understand what we did last week, they won't progress to what we are doing now. I do not use a heavy handed method of teaching or discipline, though I do impart the importance of practice, diligence, attention to detail, and creativity. At times I incorporate methods, such as the Suzuki method for violin, or Mel Bay for guitar. I love to get students to be creative, so encourage them to write their own music, and spend time working on expressive interpetations of other's music. I also encourage them to play with others, as it is one of the best ways to practice and learn.

LESSON STYLE

     Nothing makes me happier than a satisifed student who can play better than I could at their age! Everyone has different expectations; some want to become proficient, while others want to become virtuosos, and I frame my lessons around the student's goals. The student is never talked down to or berated, and always encouraged; music is hard enough without negative comments. I encourage students to listen, listen, and listen some more to music, and also to read as much as they can about music. I am convinced that hearing fm and am radio constantly as a baby and child prepared me greatly for life as a songwriter and musician. Providing positive feedback encourages students, so long as it is sincere. Stressing that they can make vast improvements by practicing is also something I feel strongly about. What seems impossible today with music, next year is easy.

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Stevene Smith

5

Very personable easy to learn from and great teaching style.

Carmen De Pinies

5

Vince is a great teacher and my son is enjoying the lessons very much.

Ted Lawrence

5

Great teacher, very informative

Tonya Hallett

4

Me. Vincent is great! My boys have shown great growth in a very short time and their confidence has grown as well.

Nidhi

4

very dedicated teacher.

Philip

5

Vincent is very patient and a great teacher! We are so happy Musika connected us with him.

Olubusayo

4

He is very good with the kids, very patient and takes his time to listen to them. Great teacher !

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