Oleg is a violinist who represents the brilliant Russian violin school which is arguably one of the leading violin schools in the World during 20th century. In 1984 he was accepted to Moscow Conservatory of Music and in 1991 he graduated Conservatory with highest marks in violin and piano. In 1990 he was invited to participate in IV International Violin Competition 'Isola di Capri' (Capri Italy) and won 1st Prize of this competition playing N. Paganini's 4th Violin Concerto with cadenza which Oleg composed especially for this event. After competition he was invited to participate in music festival in Rimini Italy where he shared the stage with such famous musicians as Boris Berezovsky (1st Prize 1990 P.I.Tchaikovsky Piano Competition) Enrico Pace and Evgeny Bushkov (both winners of many international competitions). After one year with State Symphony Capella of Russia where conductor was legendary Gennady Rozhdestvensky and where Oleg performed in section 1st Violins in 1992 he...

Percussionist and composer Marc W. was born in Switzerland, where he studied classical percussion at the Geneva Conservatory. He has lived in the United States since the 1980s, where he studied composition and mallet technique on the vibraphone at the Berklee School in Boston, then moved to New York City to further his jazz performance and percussion skills. Since that time, Marc has toured the U.S., Europe, Japan and Brazil, and can be heard on over 20 recordings, including 4 solo albums.
Marc’s interest in electronics led him to push the boundaries of live performance with the “electronic vibraphone”, where he is recognized as a pioneer on this instrument.
Beside a performer and a composer, Marc teaches workshops here and in Europe, and is very involved in making computers accessible to visually impaired musicians. Marc is currently working on an iBook, titled “Drum Talk - An Introduction to Percussion Ensemble”, which demonstrates the techniques he developed during...

Teaching Experience - USA Music School: 10/11 - 4/12, Sylvan Academy of Music: 1/05 - 12/10 & 1/13 - present, Musika: 10/03 - 5/06, Woodside Music Studio: 9/97 - present, RE Drum Instruction: 4/79 - present.

Private Drum Lessons: Joe Morello, 2/82 - 5/83, Sonny Igoe: 7/77 - 9/80.

Drummer's Collective Fusion Workshop: 4/82 - 7/82, Ramapo College Jazz Workshop: 7/79.

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I am a classical singer and pianist from Wisconsin! I started playing music at the age of three on the piano and starting taking voice lessons when I was 15. When I was in graduate school in Las Vegas I started teaching both voice and piano lessons and found how much I loved imparting my knowledge to others and watching them make progress.

I have performed leading roles in Operas and soloed in orchestral concerts. I mainly perform opera and classical but love musical theatre as well. My performing experience has taught me a lot which I am eager to pass on to my students! I moved to New York City three months ago but I had a studio of around 35 students in Las Vegas both voice and piano.

My name is Steve and originally hail from the Detroit area. I've completed my Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance from Western Michigan University and Masters of Music in Opera Performance from Wichita State University. I am well versed in both musical theatre and classical styles and repertoire and enjoy teaching and performing either genre! I also have worked a lot with professional choruses and have had the pleasure of recording collaborative works with Miami based chorus Seraphic Fire under the direction of Patrick Dupré Quigley. If you are interested in performing any or all from the list of musical theatre, classical, or choral repertoire, I am definitely ready to begin our journey together!

From the first time I struck a key on a piano, I knew this is what I wanted to do with my life. The emotions you get from happiness, to fulfillment, to a gained self-esteem; that is the gift of music that I give to my students.

Throughout high school, I was in orchestra, marching band, and choir, which I feel has helped broaden my musicality at a young age. I have been classically trained in piano for over 10 years, but also have a background in rock/pop/alternative styles. I have trained in voice for 4 years and primarily am familiar with pop/rock styles.

In my spare time, I plan musical benefit shows supporting charities such as "VH1 Save the Music Foundation" & "To Write Love on Her Arms." These two charities in particular helped me not only give back to the music world, but to helping others who have it hard. Besides an education, I also feel it's important for a teacher to be pure hearted.

Greetings!

I received my Bachelor of Music degree from New York University, and I am working on my Master of Music degree at Manhattan School of Music.

I have performed at many well-known venues including The Blue Note, The Jazz Gallery, The Bitter End, Sullivan Hall, The Garage, Caffe Vivaldi, Miles Cafe, and The Local 269 in New York City; Twins Jazz Club in Washington DC; Trumpets Jazz Club in Montclair NJ; and Chris' Jazz Cafe in Philadelphia.

My students improve through a better knowledge of the fingerboard and a comprehensive look at the songs that define your preferred music genre. Play by ear and improve your reading while learning jazz, blues, and folk styles. In over 20 years of teaching, I show students how to play chords and single note lines with ease.

Dear prospective students. Below you will find the information about my education and teaching experience.

Education

Manhattan School of Music NYC
Doctor of Musical Arts – 2008
The Juilliard School of Music NYC
Masters of Music/Piano – 1996-98
The Juilliard School of Music NYC
Bachelor of Music/Piano - 1992-96
The San Francisco Conservatory of Music CA
Private Studies 1991-92

Teaching experience

Private piano instruction 2000-present
Shostakovich Music School in Brooklyn, N.Y. 2008-present
Harbor Conservatory for the Arts in Manhattan. 2009-2010
Master class on the works of Chopin in Jacksonville, Florida 2007
Group piano instruction and master classes for non-majors 2006-07

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I am a professional guitarist with a background in jazz and classical music. I was born and raised in Springfield, IL where I studied piano, violin, and guitar from a young age. In high school and college I played in several rock and folk bands in addition to my classical and jazz studies.

After earning my Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Studies in 2005, my wife and I moved to New York City. Since then, I have taught and performed regularly and earned my Master of Music in Jazz Performance. I have taught a wide array of students ranging in age from 5 years old to 70 years old.

I have a great passion for music and music education and love sharing it. I have had parents tell me that their children have become more social at school and showed drastic improvement in their grades as a result of our lessons. It is further evidence that music has the power to enrich lives and make us better people.

Therefore, whether you are an adult who has always wanted to learn...

My students are always shown that playing the drums are downright fun. Every time I sit at the kit, I still feel like a little kid who finally gets to hit 'those big things on the stage,' and that enthusiasm is imparted to everyone I teach. Music encompasses all aspects of art: expression (improvisation), entertainment (performance), craftsmanship (technical skill), and enjoyment (having fun). Nobody should miss out on any of these, and a positive attitude helps students be eager to work hard and achieve their goals.

In 6 years of intense degree work, I earned my B.M. and M.M. from two of the most highly acclaimed jazz programs in the world, Oberlin Conservatory and the Manhattan School of Music. Studying with living legends has given me not only information but perspective on music, something not many receive. History and knowledge of the music and the instrument are strengths of mine, and they are balanced with correct technique that transfers to any style.

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I am thankful for how much fun and excitement music has brought me, and I want to pass that gift onto you!

Having an experienced and knowledgable instructor is important for improving at any instrument. I am trained with two degrees from Berklee College of Music, in performance and film composing, and have studied with some of the best musical minds of our generation.

The knowledge I've been able to glean over the years, from advanced piano voicings, to saxophone techniques, to writing for orchestra, spans over many different facets of music, and whatever you'd like to get out of your music lessons, I can give that to you!

I have lots of performance experience around the world, at large concert venues and famous festivals, and have been distinguished with several notable awards, on a national and international level.

Now located in New York City, the music capital of the world, I want to use my extensive experience to bring music into your life, so you can experience...