In 1980 I completed musical studies at the Conservatory of Music of San Juan, Puerto Rico and graduated MAGNA CUM LAUDE, with Majors in Musical Education and as a Performing Artist.
I have performed as first guitarist in several Orchestras, Musical Groups, Bands and as Classical Guitar soloist I have given numerous recitals and concerts.
I have worked as a Music Educator at the Social & Pedagogic Academic Institutes teaching Pedagogic & Didactic Principles to Teachers and at the same time I have been teaching classical and popular guitar at all levels and ages at several other Music Schools.
I wrote a guitar method “MELODIC GUITAR” for beginners from 7 years of age and up, and this Method has been translated from "Papiamento" into the English and Spanish languages.
Although my music background is classical, I play and teach popular music, which I love.
Just to mention a few Guitarists who appeal to me: Carlos Santana, George Benson, Paco de Lucia,
Julian Bream.
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Ever since I was a child, music has always been a passion of mine. Since singing in a local church choir as a toddler, I have evolved into a degree-seeking vocalist trained by a Metropolitan Opera star, picking up other instruments and specialties along the way, such as guitar, piano, and bass.

My professional teaching experience began in 2009, when I began teaching music classes to elementary school children through Hueston Music. Although I loved teaching children guitar, piano, and voice, I was forced to move to the Jacksonville area to attend the University of North Florida, and have decided to take on more private music students while pursuing my degree in Music Education.

My main influences include Hansi Kursch (vocalist, Blind Guardian), Bruce Dickinson (vocalist, Iron Maiden), Elton John (vocalist / pianist), Frederic Chopin (pianist), Eric Clapton (guitarist), David Gilmour (guitarist, Pink Floyd), Z. Randall Stroope (composer), and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart...

my first drum lesson was the best gift I ever received. I was so very fortunate because if not for these drum lessons as a beginner I would not be the professional performer and teacher that I am today. Taking one on one private lessons for five years prepared me for college and beyond. Even more so, taught me what it takes to be a great teacher.
I went on to earn a BM in Jazz studies at the University of North Florida. While majoring in the drum set I also studied piano and percussion. After graduating I’ve been able to work professionally in many settings and musical genres, including jazz, rock, pop, reggae, R & B, hip hop, gospel, blues, funk and soul, folk and blue grass, Latin, middle eastern, and other world music. These experiences lend me to have an open minded and all encompassing view of the potential and possibilities of music. I have been fortunate to share my knowledge and experience to many students. I began teaching six years ago and have had students...

Certified Catholic Cantor and Music Director of a Catholic Childrens Choir. BM in French Horn Performance from Manhattan School of Music. Currently pursuing a MM from University of Florida in Sacred Music with a concentration in French Horn and Voice.

I have spent a lot of time with children of all ages, as I am from a big family (15 nieces and nephews!). Music should be fun, not stressful. I have been involved in music for 15 years and love it more and more each day. From singing to playing french horn to singing in the shower- music is a huge part of my life and I hope that I can help more and more people see the value it can have in their lives.