Hello! I am a graduate of Berklee College of Music, with a Bachelor’s degree in Writing and Production. I am attending NYU as a graduate student at Steinhardt. I have been teaching privately for over eight years, and performing for over 20!

My first love is piano, as I began lessons at age 7. I wrote my first song at age 8 and started playing guitar the next year. I am an accomplished songwriter, arranger, producer, performer, teacher and director. I recently moved here from Boston where I was the Music Director at All Souls Church in Braintree, MA and performed jazz/blues, funk, and kid's music. I love teaching and excel at finding unique ways to teach music and keep it interesting! I want you to have fun and learn what you find most interesting so we will work together to reach your goals.

Along with instrument and vocal lessons, I offer tutoring in all subjects of music and songwriting, and specialize in offering lessons tailored to each student’s needs. I refuse to...

I've been playing guitar for 15 years and teaching for 10. I got my Bachelor's Degree in Music from Towson University where I studied classical and jazz guitar performance, composition, arranging, music theory, ear training, and music history.

Every student comes to me with a different skill set, different ambitions, and different musical styles that they like to listen to and play, so I find it's really important to customize the lesson curriculum for each individual student.

So, whether that's rock, pop, blues, rnb, soul, metal, hip-hop, country, folk, indie, jazz, classical, acoustic, electric, fingerstyle, slide, rhythm, lead, or even songwriting and theory, you can not only expect a customized lesson curriculum from me, but also clear, attentive, articulate, and passionate guitar and music instruction.

New York city based guitarist and composer Juan C. immigrated to Miami, Florida at age 21.
His work speaks a unique language that blends elements from his early musical experiences in Colombia, as a member of various folk, rock (metal ) ensembles, and his studies in East Asian music fuelled by travels and interaction with musicians and artists in China and Japan.

Juan’s music has been performed throughout South America, the United States and Asia. Although Juan cannot return to his native Colombia, his string duet, “Famous Librarians” (commissioned by Olivia de Prato and Victor Lowrie, was premiered at the Medellín Conservatory of Music.) His piece for electric bass and keyboard, “Glue Pain Ghost,” a collaboration with video artist, Jane Hsu, was invited to a world premiere at the GEISAI Art festival in Tokyo, and the Art Basel festival in Miami.

Juan holds a Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied under the tutelage of Susan...

Music education goes beyond your ability to play the music you hear in the world and within yourself. I believe that when you focus on the expressions you are making through the language of music, technique, intonation, and proficiency will follow. I encourage students to practice the music that speaks to them. I benefit students by enabling them to become accustomed to playing with intent and sensitivity. I have gathered experience over the years playing for groups and releasing my own music, both of which have given me the perspective to educate students and further their potential. I have played bass guitar for grunge rock and metal bands, both electric and upright bass for a number of jazz ensembles, drum kit and world percussion for the latter as well as experimental groups, and have built a repertoire of electronic music productions that include progressive house music and hip hop. I wish to help students understand what a stellar music performance is made of; sincerity,...

I was born into a musical family in New York City in 1987. I began to study piano at age 6. While in high school, I began devoting more time to the piano, under the guidance a teacher who really helped shape my playing and inspired my teaching methods. I decided during college to pursue a career as a musician. I attended Skidmore College, majoring in music, where I was awarded the Louis Edgar Johns Outstanding Pianist Award. I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Arts in music, specializing in piano performance. I also had the fortunate experience of studying abroad in Paris. In addition to the intensive study of French language and culture, I studied piano and composition at the École Normale de Musique. I recently finished my Masters degree program in Piano Performance at the Manhattan School of Music.
I began teaching piano in 2005. I’ve maintained a part-time piano and guitar studio since 2007, teaching students from the ages of 3 to 70, in both classical and jazz, from...

I am a very patient with beginners and I can help advanced students find the inner drive to excel. From the very beginning lessons, I set you up to go as far as possible, by providing the foundations in technique, theory and ear-training that will allow you to grow quickly and assuredly. I also let you choose your repertoire and learn the music you love.

I have many years experience teaching guitar, theory and ear-training to beginners all the way up to graduate students. I have a Masters of Music in classical guitar from Manhattan School of Music, and a PhD in music theory. But most importantly, I love to teach and I love to find ways to explain things and develop skills in my students based on understanding their way of learning.

My specialty as a performer is Brazilian guitar, but I have played and taught many different styles - I also transcribe a lot of music so students frequently bring me recordings and I teach them how to learn by ear. This ear-training allows me to...

Born in Curacao, Alejandro C. began studying the guitar at age twelve, influenced by his mother who also played. He later moved to the United States to attend the Peabody Conservatory of Music and Manhattan School of Music where he studied with David Leisner.

Alejandro aims to provide his students with a solid musical and technical foundation from the beginning of their studies. "I believe in the power of observation and that the teacher should learn as much as the student. I have particular ideas about technique and musicality that I like to emphasize but I am not rigid in my approach. Students have different skills. The best teachers are those that can pinpoint what their student's particular strengths and weaknesses are." Although classically trained, Alejandro will work with students on classical, folk, or rock music, depending on their preference.

Alejandro's students range in age from four to adult. "With students under six I start by teaching them about the instrument...

I am a Manhattan based professional jazz trombonist. Along with the trombone, I am also a pianist as well as a bassist and guitarist. Along with jazz, I also play a variety of styles of music, including rock, pop, hip-hop, funk and many others.

I grew up in Michigan and I did my undergraduate degree in jazz performance at the University of Michigan. While at U of M, I studied under Dennis Wilson as well as Geri Allen and Bob Hurst. In 2009, I moved to New York City to pursue a Master's Degree in Jazz Performance from the Manhattan School of Music. While at MSM, I studied under Grammy winning trombonist Luis Bonilla, as well as renowned saxophonist Dave Liebman and many others. Since moving to the city, I have been given the opportunity to play in some of the greatest music venues in the world, including the Blue Note, Dizzy's Club Coca Cola, Smalls, Zinc Bar and many others.

As an educator, the most important thing for me is to make sure the student is constantly...

Matt's love for guitar and music began like many guitarists, when he first heard the sound of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, and many other classic rock guitarists. He immediately picked up the guitar and began learning as many songs by these icons as possible. Eventually he heard the likes of jazz guitar greats Joe Pass and Wes Montgomery and his love of music changed forever. Since then, Matt has combined his love of jazz and classic rock into a passion for all music throughout his career as a performer and educator.

As a teacher, Matt began as a tutor of guitar, jazz improvisation, music theory, and ear-training at Mesa Community College in Mesa, Arizona. Upon moving to New York City in 2004, Matt continued to teach privately while pursuing his BFA in Jazz Performance and Music Education at The City College of New York. In conjunction with completing his Education degree, Matt had the opportunity of teaching music to all levels of students in the...

Are you looking for a teacher that keeps you motivated and excited, who can teach you all the skills of a well rounded musician in a relaxed, friendly environment? Look no further.
I love music! I love playing music , I love composing music, I love studying music, but most of all, I love teaching music! It gives me the feeling of fulfillment like nothing else can.

Born and raised in Brooklyn NY, I started taking piano lessons and at age 11 and at age 14, I got my first guitar and started taking lessons. When I was 16 I started teaching my siblings and friends beginners guitar, while I myself was studying more advanced guitar. I later went to further my studies in music at San Diego Mesa College, where I studied Music theory, Classical Guitar, Piano, Composition and Ear training among other things.
Since moving back to NY I have been teaching, composing and performing music all around. I have taught students of all ages in group and private settings. And I'm currently in the...

I am a guitarist, composer, and teacher based out of NYC.

Born and raised in Chicago, I started playing saxophone at age 10. After switching to guitar at 15, I played in a variety of rock groups before discovering a love of jazz.

In high school, I attended the Caltera School of Music, the training ground for many of Chicago's young, up-and-coming jazz musicians. I then attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music, where he studied with David Tronzo, Mick Goodrick, Jon Damian, Garrison Fewell, and others.

After a stint in Chicago, I moved to New York City, where I now teach and play. I have played and studied with such musical luminaries as Greg Osby, Lawrence “Butch” Morris, John Tchicai, John Moulder, and Charlie Banacos.

I've taught countless students of all ages and experience levels, including many children with special needs. I've worked as a volunteer music teacher at the L'Arche Chicago home for the developmentally disabled and with Daniel’s Music...

Athena has enjoyed tremendous success as a singer/songwriter, actress, musician and teacher. She is originally from Toronto, but is now based out of New York City.

Athena has released 5 CDs, toured North America (both as a singer/songwriter and as an actress), and taught voice, piano, guitar, songwriting and acting for the past 13 years. She has shared the stage Sarah McLachlan and Jim Carrey, and taught songwriting to 5th Grade girls with Lisa Loeb (the teaching project with Lisa Loeb was made into a documentary and premiered at Tribeca Cinemas). Currently, her music video LOVE IS LOVE is featured on MTV's LOGO TV.

As a teacher, Athena has worked at numerous schools, organizations, and colleges across North America, including Oregon State University, Montcalm College, Manhattan New Music Project, TADA!, and The Ontario Science Center. She teaches privately (voice, piano, guitar, acting & songwriting), and facilitates workshops to kids and adults on topics ranging from...