Justin A.

General Info

• Certified Music Teacher

  Certified Music Teacher

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• Levels: Beginner to Advanced

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

Subjects Taught

Drums, Piano, Music Performance, Music Theory, Percussion

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst - Music - 2003-2006 (Bachelor's degree received)
Holyoke Community College - Arts with a concentration in Music - 2001-2003 (Associate degree received)

Specialties

I pride myself in being well trained in all styles of music. In attaining each of my degrees, I have put an emphasis on being versatile and well-rounded. For drum set, I like to use method books such as: Stick Control, Syncopation and Future Sounds. For piano, I use the Bastien series, "Hanon" and 'Dozen a Day" books.

Lesson Details

SUBJECTS TAUGHT:

Drum set,

Classical percussion,

Latin percussion,

Piano,

Music Theory.

Building a strong relationship with students is paramount. Every student is unique and each lesson is tailored to their individual needs, from the fundamentals to advanced concepts, All ages are welcome.

Justin appreciates a wide variety of music and understands that every student has different interests and goals. Each students goals will be discussed and the ... lessons will work towards achieving them whether it's preparing for a school concert, losing the jitters for that first gig, or developing a career in music.

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About

Justin graduated from The University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2006 with a Bachelor of Music degree as well as having obtained an Associates of Arts degree from Holyoke Community College in 2003. He has studied drums, percussion, piano, and theory with Bob Gulotti, Winard Harper, Adam Kolker, Eduardo Leandro, Richie Lepore and others.

Along with having a rich educational history, Justin has been an educator and touring musician throughout the nation for nearly ten years. His ... performance experience has taken him to famed venues such as Boston Symphony Hall and repeated appearances at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club in New York City among others.

Awards and Accolades: 4-time Valley Advocate Best Jazz winner, Ourstage Grand Prize winner, 4-time Ourstage Jazz winner, Boston Music Award nominee, 2nd place Valley Advocate for best drummer.

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