Chris M.

General Info

• Certified Music Teacher

  Certified Music Teacher

  Our rigorous hiring process requires a completed application; an interview with our professional recruiting specialists; personal and professional reference checks; and annual criminal background checks for the duration of each teacher's employment with us.

  
• Background Check Complete

  Criminal Background Check

  In order to ensure the safety of our students, all teachers undergo a thorough criminal background check, which includes: Social Security number trace, multi-state criminal search and a nationwide sex offender registry search.

  
• Levels: Beginner to Advanced

• In-Home Lessons: Yes
• In-Studio Lessons: Yes
• Ages: 5 & up

Subjects Taught

Piano, Clarinet, Flute, Music Recording, Music Theory, Saxophone

Education

University of North Florida - Jazz Performance - 2004-2008 (Bachelor's degree received)
SUNY Purchase - Jazz Performance - 2008-2010 (Master's degree received)

Specialties

Specializing in Jazz Improvisation, Composition, and Theory

Lesson Details

I believe in designing a curriculum that works around the students strengths and needs. I create a personality profile for you at the beginning of our study - what you want to get out of the experience, and the way you best retain information. I generally use a multi-faceted and practical approach that combines method books for basic fundamentals, ear-training or 'playing by ear' and learning songs which have a direct real world application. I'm patient and laid back (especially with ... beginners) but I'm comfortable working as slow or as fast as you're comfortable with and I can kick your butt if that's what you want!

Read More »

« Read Less

About

I've been teaching music for about as long as I've been playing it and I love teaching music the same way it was passed down to me! My explosive passion for music and life is contagious amongst my students and I love nothing more than sharing what I know.

As a professional saxophone player, I've toured the world playing as both a solo artist and part of a band in many genres including Jazz, Funk, Classical, Rock, and Jam Band. Some people I've played with have included Doug Wamble, the ... Codetalkers, Blueground Undergrass, the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, and Donna the Buffalo. I've also been part of major label recordings including most recently Doug Wamble's new record for E1 Music. I love all styles of jazz but I'm definitely not a strict jazz-head and you're as likely to see me at a bluegrass or rock concert as you are a jazz club.

My main instrument is saxophone (soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone) but I am also comfortable teaching piano, flute, clarinet, music theory, studio recording, jazz harmony, music history, etc.

Read More »

« Read Less

Chris's Photos

Average Rating