I am a 2008 graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree. While at North Texas I taught trumpet lessons in the Denton area for five years. I have also taught piano, flute, clarinet, and saxophone as well as all the other brass instruments. I have performed with the UNT Concert Band, the UNT Brass Band, the UNT Nine O'Clock Lab Band, the Collin County Jazz Band, and the San Jose Metropolitan Band.

Currently, I teach clarinet, trumpet and piano in the DFW area. I also play percussion and french horn in the Frisco Community Band, french horn with the Frisco Community Brass Ensemble, and I conduct the Frisco Community Herald Trumpets.

Music Job History:
2005-present Private Piano Lessons at home studio
1987-2005 Elementary Principal, Owen Elementary, Lewisville ISD
My music teaching/playing background also includes: private piano instructor at home studio, elementary music teacher in Lewisville ISD and Odessa Public Schools, piano accompanist for middle school/high school band Solo Contests, former church accompanist for Methodist churches
Personal Information:
Have 3 children, now ages 21, 22, and 24
Love gardening, reading, playing piano, ringing handbells.

I believe performing is an important part of music learning, so I schedule at least 2 recitals each year. Some of my adults prefer not to perform and that is okay too. My students had a Halloween and Christmas recital this fall and played so wonderfully! The more you perform, the easier it gets!

I, John Wesley, invite you and/or your child to start your journey on the guitar or electric bass with me! I understand the start to something big is the toughest step. Where to start on the guitar? What chords to learn first? What do all these strings and frets mean? Well, you have come to the right place if you are searching to begin your learning in these beautiful and expressive instruments. The potential you wish to reach all starts with the single step. I am a college-bound graduate who has been associated with music since i was 9 years old. 10 years later, I can assure you that with my background in basic piano, 2 years of music theory, 3 years of playing the bass in my high-school orchestra, years of playing guitar for several projects and worship settings, and an extensive song-writing capability, you and/or your child will receive the greatest jump-start they could possibly get to venture off into the instrument of their choice. I am excited to be apart of TakeLessons.com...

Singer-songwriter, performer, producer, and teacher Christina is a multi-talented musician who has been playing piano as a professional musician for over 18 years. Christina has been involved with music for all her life. Born with perfect pitch and playing piano at the age of three, she has been taking private classical lessons from professors from UNT and has developed her skills throughout playing different genres of style. Christina has had vocal training for 10 years and participated in advanced choirs and jazz ensembles at UNT. Christina has a wonderful passion for music and has a gift of teaching students. She has an extreme devotion and drive to teach others what she has learned from her own musical experience and would like to give students a chance to reach their full musical potential they've always wanted.

Hello! Melissa C. here and I can't wait to meet you! Here's a bit about me.

I have a BFA in Musical Theater with a minor in piano from the University of Oklahoma. I also became a certified Montessori preschool teacher while living in NYC. I have performed in some great places such as Hershey PA, aboard the MS Maasdam cruise ship, Seoul South Korea, traveling tours and of course, good old NYC! I had the great fortune to be in the original cast of SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! on Broadway as well as many other Off Broadway musicals such as the It Girl. Here in Dallas I perform in plays and musicals on a regular basis and I love it!! What gets me excited now is teaching kids, teens and people of all ages to sing or play the piano! I teach in several schools to groups of children and I just love teaching privately!

OK, so who is Clinton L? First let me say that I am a person who loves music and loves to teach! I was very lucky in that my father was a musician. His main instrument was the Steel Guitar but he played just about every instrument except drums. That is how I kind of got my start and I followed in his footsteps.

I started banging on the drums when I was 8 years old. When I was a sophomore in High School I joined the Stage Band as well as starting a combo. I actually did my first professional gig when I was 13. Our stage band won numerous awards. It was an honor to have had the opportunity to contribute to that success. I was also fortunate enough to celebrate a few outstanding musician awards along the way.

After high school, it was off to NTSU, now UNT. I was lucky enough to get a scholarship and attended UNT for over six years. It was then that I began private teaching.

Now I am a full time musician and teacher. I believe one of my biggest strengths is the...

Kenny W. was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where at the age of 3 he began to play the drums in the church. His family then moved to Houston where he continued playing, and began his studies with Sam Dinkins of the Dinky Drum Company. Throughout Kenny’s life, he has been blessed to be able to receive invitations and perform at various music festivals such as the International Federation of Musicians National Convention, the Texas Jazz Festival, the Kemah Jazz Festival, the Essence Festival, Austin's SXSW and many more. He has also been extended the invitation to share the stage with artist such as Bob Becker and Nexus, Conrad Johnson Jazz Orchestra, the Young Sounds of Houston Jazz Orchestra, the Zapp Band, Scarface, Ali Woodson, and continues to perform with various artist today. Kenny has participated in recordings both as a composer and musician with the University of North Texas Voices of Praise Gospel Choir, Titus Glen and United Voices, Quentin Moore, Liquid...

I'm not only a piano teacher, but also a pianist, so I remember what it's like to deal with issues like trying to find a good teacher and the motivation to practice! Because I understand that musical training is a true investment of time, energy, and money, I make sure each lesson provides exceptional training, motivation. and encouragement to my students. After all, learning how to play piano can and should be fun!

My own love for piano started when I began taking lessons at three years old, and I've been addicted ever since. I've been truly fortunate to study under several highly talented concert pianists and professors who were not only exceptional musicians, but exceptional teachers as well. They showed me what a difference a caring teacher can make. Along the way, I've discovered a love for song-writing and composing. I've competed in Regional, State, and National competitions and performed both in the United States as well as Europe. In addition to teaching, I play as a...

My name is Gordie. I have been playing guitar for 22yrs.I've been playing professionally for 16yrs.I've taught for children as young as 8 to adults as old as 45 for 10yrs.I have played in all kinds of cover and original bands covering everything from Hank Willams jr to Slayer.My bands have opened up for Vince Neil,Great White,Jesse James Dupree(Jackel) and many other national artists.I have released two critically acclaimed albums in Detroit and Dallas.In 2005 I was chosen for a list of the best Guitar players in Detroit history. I have the knowledge and real world experience to make you a great Guitar player!!

I have been seen all across the DFW area because of one thing... My skill!!! I am currently endorsed by Spaun Drum Company as well as Silver Fox drumsticks! I am ready to give you what it takes to live your musical dream. I have played and performed many shows as well as competed in many music events. I have the right skill to make your dream a reality and I want to see you succeed in the same way! If you want to learn any instrument and then rock faces off I'm your guy. I can teach all styles of music from jazz to metal.

The one thing I love about teaching is seeing the student actually get it! There will be so many hours put into learning there instrument and let me tell you, it gets frustrating for the student.. But when that student actually gets the fundamentals of there instrument, I feel like I have done my job. I love music because you can communicate through it. You decide what you want it to say, my job is to teach you HOW to communicate...

I am SUPER excited to...

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in music w/ a piano concentration & a Master of Music in music theory degree both from the University of Maryland. I also started a Ph.D degree in music theory from the University of North Texas. I can help you become the best musician you can be & I can help you attain your goals. I have 15years full time teaching experience & I have also taught at the community college & at the university level. I love teaching very much & I love sharing it w/ others!

I love learning, and I love sharing how to learn. I began as a self-taught pianist at age 12, and from ages 14 to the present I have had the experience of studying with some of the most phenomenal teachers of this generation. George Katz, former chair of the Drake University Piano Department and student of the legendary artists Alfred Cortot and Marguerite Long; Jerome Lowenthal, also a student of Cortot (and William Kapell) and former chair of the Julliard piano department, and Jose Feghali, winner of the 1985 Cliburn Gold Medal have been my most influential teachers. From them, I learned how to learn, how to teach, and how to teach learning, which I believe is the most important skill.

As a winner of the 2000 Interlochen Concerto Competition, I had my orchestral debut that year with the World Youth Symphony Orchestra at 16. Following that, I have given concerts all over the U.S., some parts of Mexico, Malmo and Stockholm, Sweden, and in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Having...