I have been magnetized to the saxophone ever since I was introduced to the music of John Coltrane in the seventh grade. Since then I have been in a constant pursuit of deepening my understanding of music and all its beautiful forms, and sharing that knowledge with those who are interested!
Hailing from Flagstaff, Arizona, I attended Western Michigan University on a four year scholarship and received my Bachelor of Music, Jazz Studies in 2009. While I was there I had the incredible privilege of studying with the great Trent Kynaston, as well as performing with some of the most influential jazz musicians today, including Bobby McFerrin, Stefon Harris, Billy Hart, Fred Hersch, and Randy Brecker. I now live in Chicago where I teach lessons and perform regularly with my band, The Winchester Sound.
I am very passionate about music, and consistently see that passion transferred to my students. It is incredibly rewarding to see someone progress right before my eyes, and know that I...

Ever since a young age, Monica has been deeply involved in music. Growing up, she was a member of various concert bands, jazz bands, wind ensembles, orchestras, clarinet ensembles, concert choirs, madrigal ensembles, and vocal quartets. She loved them all so deeply that she knew she had to pursue a degree in music education.

Monica is currently a high school band and music teacher in Chicago, IL. Before becoming a teacher, she attended VanderCook College of Music where she studied all woodwind, brass, percussion, and string instruments, as well as music theory, conducting, and rehearsal techniques.
Monica has taken lessons on clarinet with Professor Patrick Refsnider as well as with Dr. Bonnie Campbell. Monica also has taken classical voice lessons with Professor Angela Presuti-Korbitz, a member of the Chicago Symphony Chorus.

Music education is Monica's love and passion. She simply cannot wait to spend the rest of her life sharing the joys of music with others!

Daniel, a former faculty member of Columbia College in Chicago, is a studio and live performance singer and musician based in Chicago. His teaching and performing experience spans three decades, and includes expertise in the studies of voice, guitar, piano, bass, drums, and trumpet, along with music theory, arranging, and composing. He is a Lincoln Academy Student Laureate who holds a BA in Music Composition, and has attended graduate courses in education at Roosevelt University and DePaul University in Chicago. He has taught students of all ages at private studios, public school, and college.

Daniel is described by his students as a natural teacher. He prefers to be regarded as an advancing student, and takes the journey along with his students to guide them towards their goals with a friendly, positive, efficient and productive approach. He feels that music is within all of us, and a desire to learn is a sign of talent, so anyone can develop their musical abilities with...

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I have been playing oboe for 12 years and teaching for 7. I am currently a graduate student at DePaul University for music performance. I recently graduated from Peabody with a degree in oboe music performance as well as a strong background in education. I have experience working with special needs students, so feel free to contact me to see if I am able to work with your child.
While primarily an oboist, I have experience playing and teaching on all instruments. I am constantly performing music, which I absolutely love, but teaching is equally as important to me. I am passionate about teaching, and love to see how music can change a student's life.

Thanks for stopping by my page - hope to teach you soon!

Elizabeth

As a lifelong professional musician, I have always provided private lessons throughout my career. As others have helped me,I also realize the importance of helping others to develop musically.
I realize every student has different goals and aspirations and I'm able to provide those needs, whether it's the basic tools that every young musician needs to possess or a more intensive strategy to get over a hurdle and move to the next level of achievement . I am adept at directing individuals of all ages to apply their talents and bring out their best. But, probably most important of these, is developing a joy for music itself, all the while learning and gaining skills.
I am a founding member of "Big Twist & The Mellow Fellows", a popular group that recorded frequently with several major independent blues labels and also toured extensively in the US, and Europe, primarily during the 80's and 90's.
I am a college graduate with a Bachelors of Music degree in music...

I play professionally, I have over 43 years of music experience I started at a very early age enjoying music, i have played recitals at the high school level on cello. I have been a featured soloist on the 4,5,6,string electric bass as well as the acoustic double bass, I have a CD out that show cases the genres of music that i have experience in. I am very passionate about teaching and instructing my students to acquire a love for music that will inspire them on to greater achievements in life.

My studies in piano date back to when I turned 9 years old and have been playing ever since. I have been classically trained but also studied an assortment of other styles such as Jazz and Blues. While In college I attained a degree in Music Education but also studied music composition in the hopes of becoming a more accomplished song writer. During my studies in college I have gained sufficient knowledge in understanding music theory and music analysis. This is a benefit I have found extremely helpful in teaching, especially with students who are learning advanced literature. Under the tutelage of Dr. Kim at NIU I have become transformed in both educating and performing. It is with this knowledge that I hope I can pass on to all of my students

I grew up in Chesterton, Indiana. While growing up I took after her father's love of music. I started taking piano lessons from the neighbor at age eight. Soon to follow was playing saxophone in the Intermediate School band. Throughout high school I was very active in the music program; playing in all of the musical groups offered.
I have always known that I wanted to be a teacher; the content in which I wanted to teach was the only thing to change. In high school I finally settled on teaching music. With this decision came the easy choice of attended VanderCook College of Music in Chicago, IL.
During my time as an undergraduate student, I really enjoyed being active in all of the ensembles offered. Throughout my years, I have performed at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic as well as the Illinois Music Educators Association. I have performed with all of the following instruments: Saxophone (Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble), French Horn (Symphonic Band,...