I was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. My drumming began around age five with toy drums and Mom’s pot lids (cymbals)—which were precariously held up by cardboard paper towel cores. The next step was a snare drum followed by a drum set at age ten. During that time I was taking drum lessons and playing along with records. Before I got in my first band I picked up the guitar and for a while almost forgot about the drums on the other side of the room.

During my teens my tastes in music veered toward progressive rock and I began listening to classical. Because of that experience (which is on-going) my approach and philosophy is quite broad. I appreciate the simple as well as the complex. I appreciate great drummers, but also great music. My philosophy about drumming, simply stated, is that technique by itself isn’t a substitute for musicality.

As a drummer I spent many years playing what’s called “cover music.” I played pop, rock, country, jazz, standards....

Knowing at the age of 5 that music was my life, by being brought up surrounded by praise music and gospel, my early exposure to music helped me to find every Instrument and style just my thing! I wanted to play everything and learn all aspects of music. I started with singing in the children's choir and then developed into piano and music theory. At the age of 12 I began to learn classical guitar, and at 15 took on various styles like Flamenco, Jazz and Rock. I graduated from High School having played in the school band achieving recognition In national Institutions Like IAJE (International Association for Jazz Education) and state band finals. I was also composing from a very early age, and at 18 released my first album (self-titled) which can still be heard and purchased today through various music outlets, since i have released over 15 albums with various ensembles and bands. In college I already knew from my previous experience that I wanted to teach and pass on the joy that...

Carlos has been teaching in Florida for 22 years and playing professionally for 17 years. He has received scholarships from Berklee College of Music, University of Central FL, University of North FL, and University of Miami where he is pursuing a Masters in Jazz Performance. Carlos has performed with multi-platinum recording artist Eddie Money and has opened for Journey, Sugar Ray, Ja Rule, and The Knack. He specializes in teaching Rock, Pop, Jazz, Indie Rock, R&B, Bossa Nova, Latin Pop, Prog Rock, Speed, Metal and more.

I found out early on (age of 13) that I had a facility to teach and help friends understand music concepts. Some said it's a gift, others said it's vocation. To me it was just sharing what I loved. Since I had already decided to make music my career I made it a point to learn more and all I could in this field. Three degrees later (B.M /Berklee College of Music, B.M and M.M. /University of Miami) having studied under amazing Masters and years of performing, touring, producing and recording I have a lot to offer anyone, any age, any level when they choose me as their music teacher.

I want to teach you how to express yourself through music. I've been inspired by music since I was young and have been involved in one way or another since I started piano lessons at age 3. I've been playing guitar for over fifteen years and written and recorded music for about eight. Whether you want to go into music seriously as I have, or just use music as a hobby and way to express yourself, I want to help you accomplish your goal.

I started piano lessons when I was 7 years old. I began seriously studying music at 14 when I attended New World School of the Arts, an arts high school in downtown Miami with a renowned jazz band and music program. I then went to Chicago Conservatory of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University (CCPA). I graduated in the summer of 2012 and am currently performing and teaching in the Miami area.

With a strong belief that anyone can play or sing, I believe music is the best way for one to express themselves. Their feeling, emotion, mind set, attitude, creativity and even one’s intellect. Being trained in jazz, r&b, classical, and gospel music I know you’ll learn a lot whatever your interest may be. I’ve performed and worked with many great artist, producers, song writers, and musicians. I am now currently finishing off my degree in music at Florida Atlantic University. Are you ready for a lesson of a life time? Well I am!

Hello! I'm Andrew and I'm very excited about the prospect of teaching with you. Let me tell you a little bit about myself... I have 15 years of guitar playing experience studying jazz composition and classical guitar composition with Grammy nominated recording artists as well as a brief stint with the University of Miami Youth Guitar Orchestra. In addition to my guitar and bass playing skills, I am an experienced music producer who holds a certificate of completion as an Electronic Music Producer at the SAE Audio Engineering Institute in North Miami Beach, FL.

Currently, I am an active recording, writing, and producing musician within the South Florida area in various bands and other production projects as well as providing lessons to students throughout the South Florida area.

Lucian W is an alumnus of Berklee College of Music in Boston and former faculty member of the Hartford Conservatory. His vocal studies have been with Jacqueline Jarrett and David Baker in Connecticut, Jane Ellison at Loyola University in Montreal, noted operatic tenor Carmine Gagliardi in New York City, and Gina Moretta (whose students have included Gloria Estefan and Jon Secada) in Miami. He studied privately with world famous jazz guitarists George Benson and Chuck Wayne and has had a full time performing career of several decades as a guitarist, pianist, vocalist, bassist, arranger and orchestra leader.
Lucian believes that by sharing his enjoyment of making music with his students, he can give them confidence in other areas. That is because, in order to make music, they must go through a process of physical discovery through practice. They are then empowered by experiencing the connections between inspiration, work, and pleasure.
He performs, as a solo...

I am originally from Peru. I came 10 years ago to the SW Florida Region. I began playing the guitar at the age of 13 along with other folkloric instruments from Peru. I formed part of my School Marching Band playing the Cornet and then the Clarinet. That gave me a bigger understanding of Music and its different voices. Right after graduating High School I moved to the US to continue with my studies in Music at a professional level. That is when I decided to move to go to Berklee College of Music to Double Major in Music Performance and Contemporary Arranging/Production.

After Berklee, I decided to go to Full Sail University. Obtaining an Associate's Degree in Recording Arts, seeking to understand better a musician from a different view. Besides taking classes of Psychology, this major helped me understand better a musician and their needs.

I have been teaching guitar for 10 years now, and I love it, because I always learn from my students, ALWAYS. I give classes in Spanish or...

I'm a Berklee graduate with a degree in music. I have over 15 years experience playing composing and performing. I will teach you guitar, bass or beginner keyboard in any given style. I'm great with music theory and ear training, and will work to make you a better musician.

A Miami native, Chris has been performing in the genre of jazz music worldwide scene for over 10 years. Performing alongside greats to include Paquito D' Rivera, Dave Samuels, Giovanni Hidalgo, Jon Faddis, Arturo Sandoval, Ed Calle, Gary Campbell and many more, Chris is becoming a name recognized throughout the music industry. He began his professional career at the renown school of music at Florida International University, performing in groups to include the F.I.U. Big Band and Studio Big Band, F.I.U Latin Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Quartet. Shortly thereafter he continued his professional career in his childhood dream of being a soldier in the United States Army. A veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces Chris used his talents in giving all he could attending the Army School of Music in Little Creek, Virginia and performing in the U.S. Army Bands for 4 years.

He currently is attending Florida International University working on his Master's Degree in Music Education after...