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Andrew B.

Andrew B.

“Professional Musician teaching all styles from Classical to Rock!”

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    Fresh Meadows, NY 11366

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    • Levels: Beginner to Advanced
    • Ages: 5 & up
    • In-Home Lessons: Yes
    • In-Studio Lessons: Yes
    • Online Lessons: No
    Subjects Taught In Person
    Guitar, Cello, Music Performance
    Education
    State University of New York at Buffalo - Music/Cello Performance - August 2005-May2010 (Bachelor's degree received)
    Aaron Copland School of Music at CUNY Queens College - Music Performance - August 2010-May 2012
    Specialties
    I have been playing guitar since the age of five, and have specialized in rock, metal, folk, and blues, performing in groups of each style for years at a time, as well as teaching various styles. I have been playing cello since the age of eight, and specialize in Classical solo, chamber music, and orchestral playing. I have coached chamber groups and taught all levels for nearly ten years.
    Lesson Details
    My teaching is a comfortable and progressive learning experience, aimed at challenging and maximizing the potential of each and every one of my students in a style that is unique to the creative capabilities of each student. I am able to quickly and comfortably adapt to the learning style and pace of each student, while also consistently challenging him or her at a level that allows them to continue to improve.

    My teaching encourages a strong technical and fundamental foundation, and ...
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    About
    I am an extremely experienced Cellist and Guitarist with nearly ten years of performing and teaching experience. I have been playing guitar since the age of five and cello since the age of eight, and have performed all over New York, Ohio, and North Carolina, as well as Italy. I have a B.A. in Cello Performance from the University at Buffalo, and an M.A. in Music Performance from the Copland School of Music at Queens College.

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    Equipment
    In-Studio: living room w/ 4 guitars w/ seating for parents rehearsal studio with piano, mirror and seating for parents

    In-Home: I provide a music stand, metronome, tuner, stand light, and in some situations a bench or chair. I expect my student to provide the appropriate instrument and assigned method book(s).

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 by 5 reviewers.
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Patient and Understanding I'm always completely comfortable and feel relaxed with him teaching. He is always punctual and is good at reaching out if there are any problems with the scheduled lesson time. He is always patient and understanding when I make mistakes or don't understand what is explained. Also, he never gets frustrated with me when I don't do something suggested to me and is always calm. I have been getting lessons from him for over a year and I highly recommend him to others interested in guitar. April 23, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Relaxed and Patient Andrew is a fantastic teacher! He is patient, and really takes the time to help you understand. He also has lots of little tips to help you remember things. February 5, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Best Music Teacher Ever! Thanks so much for being so patient and being open to my suggestions about what I want to do. Also, I'm so grateful for the fact that you we're even great when I have a hard time with things. Thanks,Holly May 4, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Andrew is a great teacher whose patience will overcome most problems he is consistent in giving new ideas and ways to correct my lack of chord progression i totally reccomend Andrew. April 22, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by My daughter has been enjoying her lessons with Andrew. He is pleasant and patient and she already sees progress from week to week April 18, 2012

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    How does billing work?
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    What forms of payment do you accept?
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    Do you offer a free trial lesson?
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    Do you offer any discounts?
    At this time, we don't offer any discounts. However, if you are booking two students for consecutive in-home lessons, you'll only be charged one travel fee, instead of one fee per lesson.

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