Music Lessons Near Me

Years of Experience: 30+ Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 5 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons Overview: Al began his musical career more than 40 years ago studying classical guitar in the Conservatorio Di Musica S. Cecilia, Rome, Italy. Since 1975 he contributed to a number of musical activities around the world: “Juice” Guitar Band, Musical Cultural Exchange, the Melville Music Academy – Copenhagen, Denmark, the Columbus Guitar School and others. Formal Education: Conservatorio Di Musica S. Cecilia, Rome, Italy (1975 ndash; 1980) Melville Music Academy ndash; Copenhagen, Denmark (1990-1996) Columbus Guitar School (1996-2001) Taller Flamenco, Sevilla, Spain (2006 ndash; 2008) Flamenco Guitar Student Mastered Spanish and Latin Techniques/Compositions Private Education: Specialization in Spanish and Latin guitar style and techniques. Performing Experience: ldquo;Juicerdquo; Guitar Band (1980 ndash; 1984) Lead Guitarist Popular Guitar Music, Spanish and Latin, Rock, Jazz, Blues US Music Tour (2001-2003) Guitar Player - Artist Guitar Music Performance Atlanta Spanish Guitar (2006-Present) Spanish Guitar Performace and gigs Experience Teaching: Spanish/Classical Guitar Instructor Teaching Spanish/Classical Guitar, Latin, Rock, Jazz, Blues -Reviews- Name: Remey Date: 2021-07-01 23:13:59 Title: Classical guitar Body: Hey I'm Remey I've been playing classical guitar for sometime now and I'm a junior in high school and I want to be prepared for college auditions I really wanna go to NYU Name: Paul Steve Date: 2023-08-01 21:57:01 Title: Coach needed Body: I Would Like To Know If You Available To Coach My son brian?Let Me Know Your Rate

Years of Experience: 3 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Blues Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons Overview: Jia, born April 1993 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, currently residing in Atlanta, Georgia is an American music/entertainment blogger, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Jia is a Fall 2014 graduate of Clarion University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Public Relations. During her collegiate years, she was active in radio having hosted her own weekly radio show alongside holding two Promotions and Programming Director positions at Clarion University’s WCUC ‘The Clutch’. Jia also recently founded her own music blog where she is the sole contributor and content creator; furthermore, she actively song-writes for artists mostly RB, pop, and country. -Education- -Awards-

Years of Experience: 46 years of experience in Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 15 Genres: Blues, Jazz, Classical, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Musical Theater, Soul, Hip Hop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Nancy started playing the piano at the age of eight. Over the years she developed her skills further by performing and competing. She started teaching at the early age of sixteen and started competing in state and national divisions while in High School. Nancy traveled with various music groups throughout high school and college. She was the concert choir pianist for two years. She also competed in California Statewide piano divisions and won first place twice. Nancy won first place and a command performance in the Northwest Music competition. She was a lead church pianist for seven years. Nancy also enjoys performing for weddings, special events, and Christmas events. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, Nancy can help you expand and enhance your playing. Nancy is excited to learn how she can help you reach your musical goals. Sign up now to schedule a meeting! Formal Education: Corban University 1 Music MajorShasta College AS DegreeUniversity of California, Davis Trained under Yvonne Dunham (concert pianist) Private Education: Nancy devoted eleven consecutive years to intensive training under the guidance of three accomplished concert pianists. Performing Experience: Nancy's musical journey began in high school and extended through college, where she had the opportunity to travel and perform with different music groups. During her time as the concert choir pianist for two years, Nancy's exceptional talent and dedication were recognized, leading to her participation in California Statewide piano competitions. Her hard work paid off as she clinched the first-place title not just once, but twice, establishing her as a formidable pianist. Nancy's musical prowess also shone through in the Northwest Music competition, where she not only secured first place but also earned a coveted command performance opportunity. Outside of these competitive endeavors, Nancy devoted seven years to serving as a lead church pianist, demonstrating both her technical skill and emotional depth in her performances. Her passion for music extended to providing enchanting musical backdrops for weddings, special events, and festive Christmas gatherings, where her artistry added a touch of elegance and joy to these memorable occasions. Experience Teaching: 31 years -Awards- Name:Whos Who in Music Awarded:1988-12 -Reviews- Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:19:57 Title: Professionalism at it#039;s finest!! Body: It is impossible to find a more professional and lovely lady. This is the only place I can 100% recommend without reservations. Jefferson Stallcup Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:20:39 Title: Motivating and Fun! Body: My daughters enjoy their lessons with Ms. Nancy. I appreciate that she teaches them the fundamentals, but also throws in fun music that motivates my kids to keep practicing. Lisa Hanson Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:21:24 Title: Enhanced learning! Body: We were so thankful to find Mrs. Nancy! My daughter has learned exponentially from her time there. We look forward to many seasons there and I can#039;t wait to see my daughter grow in her skills! Shantall Phillips Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:22:55 Title: Clever ways of learning techniques! Body: Nancy is fantastic. I am a busy professional that just needed to find some joy in playing piano and Nancy is showing me the way by continually showing me clever ways to learn and expedite my absorption of the techniques. Consider me a big fan!!!! David Greeves GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:23:47 Title: Ten Stars! Body: If there#039;s 10 stars I would have given all of it! Miss Nancy is a very warm and sincere person and is fantastic with students. Miss Nancy is someone who has high integrity and her students love her!. Kudo for the great work done!quot; Rebecca Call GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:24:59 Title: Unparallelled Service! Body: We have been with Nancy for 5 years. Our youngest started at only 3 years of age. I didn#039;t realize children could learn before they even knew the alphabet and read but there is a way and Nancy has the system perfected. Not only can our children do theory but they also enjoy performing and composing. She makes learning fun. Her Academy also offers guitar and vocal lessons. Her vetted instructors are located throughout Atlanta. Virtual, in-studio and in-home. The end of year recital is like no other. It truly gives the students, young and old an opportunity to let their hard work be shared with other music lovers in a relaxed and fun end of year celebration. We have become friends with other students throughout the years and this is one of the unique aspects of learning with Nancy#039;s Academy of Music-the camaraderie and shared appreciation of the positive effects of music in our lives. Thank you Nancy for your love and dedication to the craft and the students. I almost forgot to mention the professional photos. She is also a professional photographer and as a bonus you#039;ll have gorgeous photos of your performance. Now that#039;s unparalleled service. Frances Wong GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:26:15 Title: Trustworthy! Body: My 4 year old daughter started her piano lessons with Ms Nancy. It was the best decision ever. My daughter keeps learning class after class, she loves piano now. Such good energy, beautiful, clean place. Ms Nancy and Amy are patient and they make my baby feel confident. Definitely someone you can trust. Josephina Fourt GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:41:50 Title: Flexible and Accommodating! Body: My kids have taken piano lessons from Ms. Nancy and Ms. Amy for the past 9 months and I cannot believe the progress they have both made. My daughter can now read music and play a few songs. Ms. Nancy is very accommodating and always flexible when life happens and kids cannot make it to class. The love these 2 ladies have for the kids is evident in the way they interact, engage and teach. I feel so fortunate to have found them. Anne GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:43:17 Title: More progress than I anticipated! Body: I adore Miss Nancy! I started classes about a month ago with zero musical background, but she#039;s already got me way further than I ever thought I#039;d be. She#039;s patient, caring and in tune with the pace her students need to go during lessons. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking piano lessons regardless of level mdash; she deserves the recognition and students deserve her as a teacher. Bruna Traffanstedt GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 14:51:52 Title: Extraordinary Teaching Skills! Body: Miss Nancy was very professional and personable when I contacted her and has been amazing ever since. I can understand why she has such a successful Academy of Music. She selected Ms. Amy Whaley to be my voice teacher as she felt Amy could most efficiently meet my voice goals and aspirations. I can#039;t say enough about Amy! Her musical education and performances are extraordinary! She has excellent teaching skills and is a great motivator. She is a beautiful person with a warm personality who is genuinely interested in helping me to succeed in my dreams of singing! She has such a caring attitude, is very encouraging, and makes me feel very comfortable! Amy has already given me the confidence that I#039;ve never had from another teacher, that I will succeed! Thank you Miss Nancy and Amy! Janet Kreske GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 15:23:19 Title: Love and Patience! Body: Mrs. Nancy is the best piano class teacher I know, my daughter has been learning with her for almost 2 years and I love to see how she teaches her with love and patience in each class, she is the best. ????zwj;???????????????????????????????? Ana Reyes GOOGLE REVIEW Name: Nancy Brown Date: 2024-08-14 15:30:10 Title: Flourish under her guidance! Body: Being Nancy#039;s son, I#039;ve witnessed firsthand a lifetime of dedication to her craft. She has amazed and inspired me since childhood. Her sensitivity to individual students#039; needs, her ability to communicate musical concepts in clear terms, and her talent for connecting with students of any age and from any walk of life, are but a few of the MANY reasons I recommend her as an instructor. With how much she poured into my own education as a child, the advantages I enjoy as an adult are a testament to her teaching nature. She carries this quality into her teaching. Over the years I#039;ve seen countless pupils flourish under her guidancemdash;and in some cases, even embark on musical careers of their own! Zac GOOGLE REVIEW

Years of Experience: 30 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 0 Genres: Jazz, Classical Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons Overview: Tia was born to sing. The daughter of Atlanta jazz legends Bob and Phyllis, Tia began recording commercials and soundtracks at age 13. She traveled west to earn her degree and train at Brigham Young University with world-renowned tenors Ray Arbizu and Terry McCombs, then sang her way through Scandinavia, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Germany. Despite her classical music education, Tia’s passion has always been jazz. She’s sung at Birdland and sat in with some of the greats, including Detroit, MI pianist Johnny O’Neal; NYC, NY bassist Steve Doyle; and Teaneck, NJ guitarist Russell Malone. ? You can catch her performing live at the numerous jazz venues around Atlanta such as the Velvet Note, Churchill Grounds At Mason Tavern, Venkman's, Apres Diem, and Red Light Cafe. World class jazz trumpeter, Art Hoyle, featured soloist with Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Quincy Jones and Henry Mancini said of Tia “that this is the voice of the female Chet Baker.” Formal Education: I received an Associate's Degree in Church Music from Brigham Young University. Private Education: I have studied vocal jazz privately with Audrey Shakir and Sachal Vasandani. Performing Experience: I have sung professionally since the age of 13. I have recording experience for commercials and musical soundtracks. I have performed locally at Churchill Grounds, Cafe 290, Sweet Georgia Juke Joint, Velvet Note, Apres Diem, Mason Tavern, and many other venues. Experience Teaching: I taught as the teaching assistant for Terrance McCombs for several years at Brigham Young University. I have taught privately in my home since 1997. -Education- Degree: Associate of Nursing School: Brigham Young University Degree: Associate in Church Music School: Brigham Young University -Reviews- Name: Naima Date: 2017-12-01 17:26:14 Title: Tia R. Body: Tia is great! She is very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. I enjoy working with her!

Years of Experience: 4 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Christian Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Bass Guitar Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I'm a engineer and musician with over 10 years of music experience and advance knowledge of music theory. I play the the bass guitar, tuba, piano and the alto tenor and bari saxophones -Education- Degree: Audio Engineering School: Art institute of Chicago Dates: 2014-07 -Awards-

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 3 Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons

Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 15 Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons

Years of Experience: I look forward to teachin Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Acoustic, Pop, Folk Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons Overview: Hello! My real name is Jonathan, but I have a nickname which I go by Fin. I have been playing music since I was 7 years old. I first started learning to play the piano for many years. Then once I got to middle school, I took guitar lessons for several years. I have been in a couple of bands in middle school and in college. I was also in the high school funk band playing guitar for 4 years. I have had the chance to teach close friends some basic chords and scales on the guitar and piano. Once I got to graduate business school, I acquired the mandolin from my aunt and uncle and started teaching myself chords and scales, and have been playing for a few years. Also while I was in graduate school, I found a voice teacher through my family, whom I have been working with for 5 years and still am. I have always loved music since I was a kid and continue to play and listen daily. Formal Education: Graduated from Appalachian State in 2013 with a bachelor degree in Recreation Management and minor in business. Also graduated from Belmont University with a Masters in Business Administration in 2020. Private Education: Instrument lessons from private instructors: 26 years of experience playing the piano, 10 years took classical piano lessons, 20 years playing the guitar, took 5 years of guitar lessons, self taught playing the mandolin for the last 5 years, has taken voice lessons for the last 5 years. Performing Experience: I have played guitar, mandolin, piano and sang for close family and friends on numerous occasions. I have also performed in a band in middle school, high school and in college as well. I play on the beltline from time to time with guitar and mandolin while singing. Experience Teaching: I do not have any experience teaching for private lessons, but I have helped friends, family and girlfriends learn some of the basics on guitar, piano and mandolin. -Education- Degree: Masters in business administration School: Belmont University Dates: 2017-08

Years of Experience: 15 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Classical, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: I am an optimistic and encouraging enthusiast with a passion for enriching others with knowledge, education and confidence and a forever lasting love for music and individualism. -Education- -Awards-

Years of Experience: 2 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 16 Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Formal Education: Broad Ripple High School, Ball State University Performing Experience: I have performed in many performances in high school as well as college. Experience Teaching: I have taught in scholastic summer camps -Education- Degree: Music production School: Ball State University Dates: 2016-12

Years of Experience: 4 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 40 Genres: Blues, Jazz, Classical, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: Hello everyone! My name is Asia, and I am so excited to be your new piano instructor! I am currently serving in the Air Force. Being in the military can be challenging both mentally and emotionally, so I decided to go back to my roots and love for music and learned to play the piano. I have been playing since 2014, and it brings me so much joy and relief! I now want to extend that same pleasure to others. I am currently pursuing a Bachelors in Music Education, and I want to get as much experience as I can while passing on knowledge, comfort, and confidence in taking the first step to becoming a pianist! Feel free to sign up for one of my beginner's courses, and let's explore together! Private Education: Private music lessons Performing Experience: 6 years symphonic and marching band Experience Teaching: This is my first time teaching professionally, but I have extended lessons to family and friends.

Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 4 Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons,Record Engineer Produce

Years of Experience: 8+ Location Options: In Studio Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Song Writing Lessons

Years of Experience: 5 Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Genres: Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Metal, Folk, Funk, Soul, Reggae, Hip Hop Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Hi, my name is Tevin, and I am a Audio Engineer from Memphis TN. I have been a student of music my entire life. My musical influences include Stevie wonder and I also enjoy urban music. My teaching style can best be described as straight forward and fluent. My teaching philosophy can best be described by saying that I will make sure you understand what i am teaching. In my lessons, you can expect to learn how to properly mix your records and basic on recording yourself or others. I like to tell my students all you need is 10,000 hours. My favorite thing about teaching is the result of bringing knowledge to the students. My students love that I show secret ways of getting a better mix. I primarily teach audio engineering, but I can also teach songwriting. My approach as a teacher is to help in anyway I can. Thanks for taking a look at my profile. Hope to meet you soon! -Education- Degree: Audio Diploma School: SAE Institute Dates: 2020-05

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 5 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons Overview: My name is Oswaldo. I attended Five Towns College in Dix Hills, NY and I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. I taught private lessons at a performing arts center in Shoreham, NY. I taught voice, piano (levels 1-6), beginner drums, and beginner flute. I am able to teach Music Theory and Music Composition. Currently I work for Atlanta School of Musical Arts as a piano, voice, and drum teacher, and I am a Pre-K teacher for a Learning Academy here in Jonesboro GA. Music has been my passion since I was given the opportunity to sing in my high school choir. I have had experiences in singing with many choirs including: All-County, All-State, and All-Eastern Choirs; local church congregation choirs; High School Musical Theatre program for three years in a row; Five Towns College Choir and Vocal Jazz Ensemble (performed at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall); and Community Theater. I will introduce my students to Classical and Jazz music as part of their repertoire, as these are the two genres of music that are foundational to every musician. I also enjoy getting to know what genres of music my students enjoy listening to and offer them an opportunity to perform songs they like. Throughout my educational career, I have had great teachers that encouraged me and challenged me to be the best musician and teacher I could be. All of my teachers (in their own way) have instilled in me a personal philosophy to give back to my students what has been so graciously given to me. I look forward to hearing from you. Experience Teaching: PianoI am qualified to teach piano lessons from beginner level to intermediate level. I went to school at Five Towns College and majored in Music Education and graduated with a Bachelor's in Music Education. The degree program itself requires that the students have a good knowledge of the piano and be able to teach it. I have taught piano privately for two private schools in Shoreham, NY and Atlanta, GA and had acquired students of my own over the past ten years. Voice (Music)I have a Bachelor Degree in Music Education from Five Towns College where my major was Music Education and I minored in voice. I was in the All State and All Eastern Choir in High School and performed at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln center with my college choir. I have been teaching private voice lessons for over a decade now.Guitar and UkuleleI am able to teach Beginner to Intermediate Guitar and Ukulele to students. Ukulele is a great instrument to learn for younger children who don't have as much strength in their fingers yet. -Reviews- Name: Romona Kea Date: 2018-08-07 23:10:41 Title: Wonderful Instructor Body: Mr. C is awesome with my grandson, Name: Diane Soto Date: 2017-06-28 13:33:08 Title: Voice lesson Body: Great experience ! Name: Emily Crutcher Date: 2018-06-28 20:06:55 Title: Mr. C is wonderful with my girls Body: My two girls, 14 and 11, both enjoy their lessons with Carlos. Name: Romona Kea Date: 2018-08-01 21:16:48 Title: Awesome Instructor Body: Mr C. has been doing such a wonderful job with my 5 year old grandson. I truly appreciate his talent and skill level to work with younger children Name: Randi Clowers Date: 2019-01-14 09:09:03 Title: Business Owner Body: Oswaldo is a wonderful instructor for my 6 year old grandson--he truly looks forward to his lessons! Name: Cindy Hicks Date: 2019-01-24 18:09:07 Title: guitar leddon Body: Oswaldo was great with my 10 year old! Name: Cindy Hicks Date: 2019-05-11 10:15:04 Title: guitar and voice Body: Great instructor! He works great with my 10 year old! Name: Lauretta Clowers Date: 2019-09-13 08:38:13 Title: Business Owner Body: Mr. O makes great progress with my grandson--I can't imagine a better instructor! Name: Paul Steve Date: 2023-08-01 21:54:13 Title: Coach needed Body: I Would Like To Know If You Available To Coach My son brian?Let Me Know Your Rate

Years of Experience: 13 Location Options: In Studio Travel Radius: 30 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: Music has always been a guiding factor in my, life. I became active in church choirs at the age of 7 or 8. Shortly after that, I joined the Band at Marietta Middle School, where I became a percussionist, and I haven't looked back since. In high school, I played in the Marietta High School Band, took private lessons for drum set and hand-drums, and played in a few bands with friends. Since then, I have attended the Atlanta Institute of Music, where I learned from some of the top recording drummers in the world. Also, I have played in multiple bands/projects, including Time to Burn, and the newly formed Reverend Hylton the Heads. I have learned from great instructors and lots of time playing, and I am ready to pass on what I know. Formal Education: Marietta High School 2004 Georgia Military College Georgia Highlands College Atlanta Institute of Music-Drum Program Private Education: Ben Taylor Jack Jones Performing Experience: Marietta First Presbyterian - 10 yrs. choir/hand drums on occasion Time to Burn - Drums/percussion 2005, 2009 Reverend Hylton and The Heads - Drums/percussion Experience Teaching: Some, with friends and band-mates.

Years of Experience: 6 Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Folk, Funk Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: I became serious about learning to be a musician at 12 years old. Since then I haven't put down the guitar. My passion for music is that everyone involved can have a voice of their own. When teaching I do my best to help each student become more aware of how they connect with music, and what doors that can open for them creatively. My hope is for each student to develop a deep understanding of how to play the music that inspires them; as well as learn what makes music, each instrument, and each song unique. Reach out anytime and let me know what you'd like to learn! Formal Education: BBA Music Business Belmont University Performing Experience: Thousands of hours in cover gigs as front man, bassist, and guitarist. Additionally, continued experience being a part of worship bands in churches around the country while writing, recording, and performing music of my own. Experience Teaching: I was a teacher at Brentwood Franklin Arts Academy in Nashville, TN. I have several hundred hours experience teaching a variety of ages with different backgrounds and interests in music. -Education- Degree: BBA Music Business School: Belmont University Dates: 2013-08

Location Options: In Home Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons

Years of Experience: 15 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 45 Genres: Jazz, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: I am a 22 year old Biology Major at Atlanta Metropolitan College. My main instrument is percussion, but I have also been playing bass guitar and piano for about three years. My main musical influences are Jazz and southern gospel. Formal Education: I've been playing music for the majority of my life. I started on drumset at a young age, learning from my father in a church setting. I've been in band since fourth grade playing percussion and melodic percussion, and in high school, I joined Jazz Band where I continued developing on drumset and began my studies of piano and bass guitar. While in college I continued in marching band and jazz band, and as a music major I was able to expand my music theory knowledge. Performing Experience: I have performed as part of the Riverdale High Marching Raider band during events such as the Florida Classic in Orlando, Florida, Howard University Homecoming Parade in Washington D.C., the annual Mardi Gras parades in Mobile, Alabama, and many Atlanta area battle of the bands and parades. As a member of the Jazz Band, I performed in the annual Jazz Band Festival held at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, Georgia. As a member of the Albany State University Marching Ram Show Band, I performed at the Circle City Classic in Indianapolis, Indiana and also the Honda Battle of the Bands held in the Georgia Dome every year. I am also a member of my current church's music department where I play every Sunday. Experience Teaching: The majority of my teaching has been informal, mostly just friends that wanted to learn the basics of bass, drums, and piano. While in marching band I was a section leader from 10th grade onward and I helped freshmen and rookie percussionist develop musically and also assisted my band director in training new rhythm section members in jazz band.

Years of Experience: 4 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: negotiable Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons Overview: My name is Philanda, and I am from Georgia. I am twenty-four years old and just graduated from college with my Bachelor's Degree. Growing up,I've always had an ear for music,so I began writing and recording my music in my very own closet! I couldn't find any work dealing with music, sothat's when I changed my major to psychology. I am a military wife and my husband is currently deployed, and I also have a one-year-old son. Formal Education: I graduated from high school and college at Lithia springs and Argosy University respectively.

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 0-15 Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Record Engineer Produce