Music is my passion. I love film and acting but music is where my heart truly lies. I am a new graduate from Berklee College of Music in Boston, but my love of music started long before my college education.

I began piano lessons very young but gave that up to pursue guitar. I've also been writing from an early age, anything from lyrics to poems to short stories to screenplays. My poetry was published many times in a US wide book featuring the art of children between 6 and 12 years of age. My father, an artist (mainly painter), encouraged me to pursue my artistic passions and by the age of 12 I was writing some of my first songs on guitar. I took voice lessons over the years as well as guitar lessons and even played clarinet in my high school band. I spent a year in Puerto Rico in my junior year of high school where I attended an arts school and was a student at the Conservatorio de Musica de Puerto Rico. There I studied music theory, voice, and international songwriting. I...

I have taught for 18 years, giving both private and group lessons. I am a professional musician, having played in numerous bands, recorded and played shows. I have taugh all ages, and all elvels, and all styles. I play a number of instruments including piano, guitar, bass, violin, banjo, mandolin, and harmonica, in addition to writing and singing. I took private lessons for over 10 years, and also studied music in both high school and college.

I , Abdo A, am a multi-instrumentalist and teacher. I have been a professional musician for 15 years, having earned my degree from Syracuse University in 1973. I have taught over 700 private students in the past 15 years in primarily piano, and guitar, but also on banjo, bass and harmonica. I conduct yearly recitals, encourage supplementary group sessions and show my student performances on YouTube. I am happy to lend instruments to students who are not ready to purchase them, and will do anything to foster the love of music in my students. I also teach disabled students - I'm an approved vendor of the State of New Jersey Department of Developmental Disabilities, Monmouth Cares, and the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County. I belong to The National Teachers Music Association. I currently play piano weekly at Jesse's Cafe, A local restaurant in the Long Branch Area.

Twenty three years of performing and teaching experience. Specialty in Rock, Blues, Finger Style, Country, Folk, Classical, Funk and Punk. Bachelor of Arts in Classical Performance from Fredonia University. Proficient in theory, reading, composition and arranging, songwriting. Recording artist for hire and personal projects. Home studio in Highlands, NJ.

My Philosophy - Students First - My main goal is to create a comfortable atmosphere in which the student can proceed at his/her own pace. Whether you are looking to perform, do studio work, audition, be a songwriter or just learn a few songs for your own enjoyment. I am happy to create a custom program for you. I believe the most fundamental place to begin is with theory. Through a creative, relaxed and patient environment I introduce students to the rudiments of music on 2 simple pages. Theory helps you to understand song writing, ear training, and how to build chords and scales. I try to get you to hear the music so you...

I have been in the entertainment business since I was 7 years old, appearing in the movie "Here We Go Round The Mulberry Bush". I did a 4 year degree course at The University Of Hertfordshire in Musical Theater and went on to be a hit songwriter. In the 90's I was signed by Simon Cowell to his record company in London. I also sang back up for Sir Paul McCartney and The Spice Girls. As a teacher, I am supportive and encouraging. Being a singer myself I understand how to maintain my voice amid the stresses of being working vocalist. Students will benefit from my experience and my teaching technique.

I’ve been told I have “the patience of a saint”, and that my “ability to tune in is impressive.” – which I interpret to mean I have a knack for assessing what areas a student needs to focus on and the best approach to take.

I’ve been accused of being too silly sometimes. You have been warned. ☺

In keeping the learning process fun and interesting, I’m a big advocate of utilizing any possible resource out there for the benefit of the student. I love gadgets! Must be at least half a dozen devices around here expressly for the purpose of improving a drummer’s time-sense. I was a multimedia developer for 10 years, specializing in computer-based training, and I draw on that experience as well.

I’ve also been accused of having too many gadgets.

Other relevant experience includes teaching Music Appreciation at a New York City private school. Being a bit of a timbre-geek, I also introduced Electronic Music (analog synthesis) to the curriculum, for some of...

Teaching music is my passion, it is more than just a career. I value each student and the time I have with them; to help them explore the world of music. Hopefully after each lesson, my students walk away with a deeper understanding of music theory and have enjoyed their time. I am available to teach Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Bass, Upright Bass, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, and Beginner Drums.

Jack teaches you how to play rock, marching band, jazz, so you can have fun playing in a real band ! and read drum music to excel in school music programs...prepare for regional school, college bands, auditions
Resume:
Broadway Shows: drummer & percussionist
A Chorus Line. (Shakespeare Productions)
Drummer- NYC National Company Tour 1980 (Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Las Vegas, Pasadena, MPLS, Seattle)
Subbed Drums (NY Schubert Theatre) 1981-1988

Subbed at other Broadway Shows:
Merlin
The Rink
42 St.
Oy Mama, Am I in Love? (Yiddish Theater)
Jerome Kern's "Month of May" (Town Hall, NYC) Show Revival Reading

Performed With:
Chita Rivera, Nathan Lane, Ben Vereen, Liza Minelli, Vanessa Williams, Dough Henning, Sergio Franchi, Scott Bakula.
Various Shows Off-Broadway: drum set / and percussion
Finians Rainbow
Mame
Annie Get Your Gun
Guys and Dolls
Bye Bye Birdie
Jacob Two Two (Young People's Theater)
Toronto 1978-1979
What's Hot (Miller...

I am a high school English teacher and a piano instructor with 18 years of experience as an educator. I teach students from elementary school to college-- and beyond!

I have made music my life. I studied piano from the age of 5. I have performed with the Monmouth Symphony Orchestra, the Garden State Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, the Ocean County College Band and Chorus, the Georgian Court University Band, et al. I wouldn't be doing what I do if I wasn't having fun at it.

I was a Classroom Music Teacher, teaching 3 year olds thru students in grade 8. I am currently a Church Organist for 3 congregations, a Choir Director and Accompanist, and a Private Piano Teacher.

I am currently limiting my student base to beginner pianists.

Originally from Capetown, South Africa, I'm a NYC based professional drummer. I've studied at Berklee College Of Music (Boston, MA) and The Drummer's Collective (NYC).

I offer my students professional training in a fun, laid-back atmosphere.

Jeff is a seasoned instructor in guitar, songwriting, music performance and music
business. He welcomes students of all ages and experience and has successfully and happily taught
beginners to major label recording artists. Jeff is pleased to announce that he is currently accepting Takelessons online students in guitar and songwriting via Skype.
Jeff can teach guitar and songwriting in all styles and is an adept acoustic and electric guitarist.
His knowledge of chords is extensive and his acoustic fingerpicking skills are formidable. Jeff structures all lessons around the individual goals and playing level of his students.
Jeff created and taught songwriting and music business classes at colleges,
universities, and music schools throughout the country, including UCLA, Santa
Monica College, Pasadena City College and The Harrison School Of Music.
When asked to summarize his views on teaching and music: "Teaching and playing music always puts a smile on my face;...