20 years of Professional Piano teaching experience with children of different ages and levels. Some of my students have participated in international piano playing competition. I have a Masters Degree in Music Education. I have been a Piano teacher for children at US military bases in Germany and Italy, and at a Music Schools in Russia.

Holding a BA in music and equipped with time proven methods for learning the guitar, I offer lessons to the north Dallas/Ft. Worth area. I specialize in the classical guitar; however, I also have 10 years of experience playing rock, blues, folk, and alternative styles with electric and acoustic guitars. I can teach you or your child the skills needed to pursue hobbies or serious musical goals! E.g. personal enjoyment, gigs, performances, recitals, university auditions, etc. The list goes on and on! I want to inspire you to continue learning music for the rest of your life.

Credentials:

Have a BA in music focusing on guitar.

I have experience teaching people of all ages.

Have performed in Master Classes for renowned virtuoso classical guitarists such as Michael Partington, Andrew Zohn and Richard Savino.

I am experienced in performing solo and group repertoire at a concert level with the classical and steel string guitar.

I am well versed in music theory ranging...

Kenny W. was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where at the age of 3 he began to play the drums in the church. His family then moved to Houston where he continued playing, and began his studies with Sam Dinkins of the Dinky Drum Company. Throughout Kenny’s life, he has been blessed to be able to receive invitations and perform at various music festivals such as the International Federation of Musicians National Convention, the Texas Jazz Festival, the Kemah Jazz Festival, the Essence Festival, Austin's SXSW and many more. He has also been extended the invitation to share the stage with artist such as Bob Becker and Nexus, Conrad Johnson Jazz Orchestra, the Young Sounds of Houston Jazz Orchestra, the Zapp Band, Scarface, Ali Woodson, and continues to perform with various artist today. Kenny has participated in recordings both as a composer and musician with the University of North Texas Voices of Praise Gospel Choir, Titus Glen and United Voices, Quentin Moore, Liquid...

I'm a successful classical guitarist studying at the University of North Texas, finishing up my Degree in guitar performance. With professional gigging experience in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, I know I can help you achieve your musical dreams, whether you just want to play your favorite songs in your bedroom, impress your friends and family, or jam in a band. After 7+ years of playing and classical instruction, I'm prepared to help you either in beginning your journey into music or continuing what you've begun.

I am a student myself, going through my senior year as a music major at the University of North Texas in Denton. I've been playing the guitar for 8 years but pursuing music for even longer. I taught guitar lessons for 2 years in high school to all ages, and have worked at Camp Jam for 2 summers during my college career, teaching young kids to play in rock bands. I took composing classes and lessons and advanced classical guitar in college, and I also play the piano and the cello, so I've been going to private lessons all my life and know what students are looking for. Students will benefit from my ability to relate to their musical goals and aspirations since I myself am still somewhat of a student. In my free time I play guitar with my musician friends, and I also write my own songs because I'm a composer at heart. I love to pass on everything I know about music to others who want to express themselves with an instrument, and my goal as a teacher is to get everyone to that level.

Chris A. holds his Bachelor's Degree in Voice from the University of North Texas. He was a member of UNT's A Capella Choir, ranked among the top five undergraduate choirs in the nation. He has worked with numerous acclaimed performers and voice teachers including Laurel Miller, Lella Cuberli, Richard Croft, Dr. Stephen Morscheck and Dr. Stephen Austin. As young as 16, he began attending both vocal pedagogy and Alexander Technique workshops and has taken lessons with college voice professors since he was in high school. Mr. Chris has experience teaching all ages and levels in both private and group settings. He has led, taught and performed in small singing ensembles that performed vocal music from a variety of genres including 16th-Century Madrigals, Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen and Barbershop. Working with many different teachers and many different musical genres has enabled him to personalize his lessons to the musical interests of each student. As a teacher, his use of exercises...

Singer-songwriter, performer, producer, and teacher Christina is a multi-talented musician who has been playing piano as a professional musician for over 18 years. Christina has been involved with music for all her life. Born with perfect pitch and playing piano at the age of three, she has been taking private classical lessons from professors from UNT and has developed her skills throughout playing different genres of style. Christina has had vocal training for 10 years and participated in advanced choirs and jazz ensembles at UNT. Christina has a wonderful passion for music and has a gift of teaching students. She has an extreme devotion and drive to teach others what she has learned from her own musical experience and would like to give students a chance to reach their full musical potential they've always wanted.

Music Job History:
2005-present Private Piano Lessons at home studio
1987-2005 Elementary Principal, Owen Elementary, Lewisville ISD
My music teaching/playing background also includes: private piano instructor at home studio, elementary music teacher in Lewisville ISD and Odessa Public Schools, piano accompanist for middle school/high school band Solo Contests, former church accompanist for Methodist churches
Personal Information:
Have 3 children, now ages 21, 22, and 24
Love gardening, reading, playing piano, ringing handbells.

I believe performing is an important part of music learning, so I schedule at least 2 recitals each year. Some of my adults prefer not to perform and that is okay too. My students had a Halloween and Christmas recital this fall and played so wonderfully! The more you perform, the easier it gets!

I teach my students how to understand how music is put together so they can learn even more on their own.

I read, write, and play all styles and I focus on teaching the student fundamentals that work in all styles of music ....AND I get them going on the style they are interested in - pop, rock, country, folk, etc.

I have spent my entire life in the music industry and I can show you how to use what I teach to apply to the real world. I have also been a successful songwriter and I can work with students to learn about song structure and song writing.

I am also good at preparing students for college music classes.

I have been seen all across the DFW area because of one thing... My skill!!! I am currently endorsed by Spaun Drum Company as well as Silver Fox drumsticks! I am ready to give you what it takes to live your musical dream. I have played and performed many shows as well as competed in many music events. I have the right skill to make your dream a reality and I want to see you succeed in the same way! If you want to learn any instrument and then rock faces off I'm your guy. I can teach all styles of music from jazz to metal.

The one thing I love about teaching is seeing the student actually get it! There will be so many hours put into learning there instrument and let me tell you, it gets frustrating for the student.. But when that student actually gets the fundamentals of there instrument, I feel like I have done my job. I love music because you can communicate through it. You decide what you want it to say, my job is to teach you HOW to communicate...

I am SUPER excited to...

Music is a way of connecting peoples' passions, dreams, and goals. It calms the mind, soothes the soul, and brings joy to the hardest and saddest of hearts. I am currently working on my Bachelor's degree in Music Education at Dallas Baptist University. Needless to say, my life literally revolves around music. I have taken piano since early elementary school and have a passion to share my love of music with others. I have studied under Laura Lozano until graduation from high school and under Beth Quillian at DBU. I have taught piano lessons for a few years now and cannot find another joy that compares to watching a child's face when they find worth in themselves and are proud of the music they are making! I love to find fun and unique ways of teaching the art of performance, skill, technique, theory, and rhythm--no matter the age of the student.

With 35 years of music-related experience, Danaila is in her 15th year of working as a professional musician and teacher. She has experience teaching from 5-year-old to 55-year-old students, from the beginners to advanced students. Some of her advances students are winners of national competitions and now having a successful career as singers in Europe and America.

Born in Bulgaria, Danaila began her formal music studies at the age of 5 with piano and theory lessons. She won her first prize performing piano when she was 10 years old. Her passion for singing took her to participate actively at children’s and youth choirs. As a soloist singer for a National Choir she traveled all around Europe, performing in France, Holland, Germany, Hungary, Greece inter alia. Danaila earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and Master’s Degree in Voice Pedagogy in Bulgaria, both with honors, and received a special mention as outstanding student. She moved to South America where for...