I am originally a self-taught musician, picking up piano and guitar on my own at the age of 13. In high school, I studied music theory and sound engineering formally, and often helped my fellow students understand their lessons and learn their repertoire. Since then, I have been lucky enough to make music my full-time endeavor, working as a recording engineer and session player for other artists, playing in live bands, and teaching private lessons to students of all ages.

I have a deep love for music in all its forms, and I love to inspire that feeling in others. I strive to teach every student that they are in control of their own musical progress - I can show them the information they need to further understand a topic, but it is up to them to internalize and strengthen that understanding. With this approach, I try to instill a sense of ownership to a student's musical abilities, resulting in a growing interest in learning and mastering their art.

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My name is Kyle and I am a recent graduate from North Carolina State University, where I played piano for several jazz and salsa ensembles. I have been playing guitar for 13 years and piano and other keyboard instruments for 8 years. I perform both as a solo artist and with a band called KinGator, and have been performing since I was 16. Although my focus is in jazz music as well as songwriting, I am also well versed in classical and various contemporary styles on both instruments.

Throughout my college studies I supported myself as both a private music teacher as and as a math/science tutor, so I am very excelled in helping students understand abstract concepts as well as learn good study/practice habits. My experience in tutoring has given me the skills and patience to allow students to grow and become successful.

Learning an instrument can be a challenging endeavor, so I always try to maintain a students motivation by keeping lessons informative as well as fun,...

Music is one of the biggest, most important things in my life! I love how music allows me to express myself. A lot of joy is brought to people through music. I strive to change lives for the better through singing and teaching others how to be great singers!

I have been teaching for about 7 years, but performing for 20. As a performer, I believe I am able to provide insight from both teacher's and performer's standpoints. I have been in the same position as my students so I am able to relate.

Teaching:
Bob has served as Chairman of the Guitar Department at Duquesne University and also taught Music Theory. He works with young students and aspiring adults teaching Classical Guitar, Rock, Jazz, and Bass. Through a patient, methodical, and encouraging approach, many students have developed their talent and achieved their musical goals while having a lot of fun! Bob has worked as a Church Music Director, sung with Professional Choruses, and has served as special Musical Assistant in Community Theater. He also has played in bands on bass and guitar that feature jazz, rock, and standards. Please listen to the musical examples and video on the TakeLessons website.

Education:
He has earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance from Carnegie-Mellon University and a Masters in Music Theory from Duquesne University. His superb technique and musicianship is a reflection of his instructors which include Jose Tomas, Michael Lorimer, Carlos Barbosa-Lima, Jesus...

I was born in Heidelberg, Germany. Due to the fact that both of my parents were in the military, I traveled most of my young life. By elementary school, my family had settled in Fayetteville, NC. I showed an affinity towards music earlier on. I started singing at 3, started playing the clarinet at 11, writing/composing at 12, recording at 15 and arranging at 16. I attended North Carolina Central University and earned my Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Vocal Performance in May 2010. During my tenure, I had the opportunity to work with Branford Marsalis, Joey Calzerrado, Geri Allen, Carmen Lundy, Antonio Hart, and Nnenna Freelon as well as traveled to Toronto, the British Virgin Islands, NY, and Indiana to name a few destinations. I now perform R&B, Jazz, and Hip Hop music locally under the moniker "Coey Rochele" and write/arrange for special events and other local artist. I am now pursuing my Master in Music in Jazz Arranging and Composition. I focus on giving my student tools...

My dad is an amazing pianist, so I've always lived in a musical household. I began playing drums at age 6 and gradually began writing my own music on piano and guitar. I studied Jazz Performance at Virginia Commonwealth University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Jazz Drum Set & Piano. Then I spent 7 years in Austin, TX, where I got my real education in the music business. Around 2007 I started teaching lessons to supplement my work performing. My wife and I moved to Durham in 2011, and I quickly began teaching in-home (yours or mine) private and group lessons. I also teach lessons in the Raleigh area through Sam Ash Music.