Hi, my name is Anna. As an orphan, I grew up in Hungary in a foster home. At a very young age I was already exposed to music. It kind of blew me away. I didn't know how something could be so beautiful, and it was like a miracle for me. Then and there, I knew that something special was waiting for me ahead. When I was 3, I didn't talk for a long time, but I did do one thing: sing. At that point my life has totally changed. I began my long journey. My foster parents got me in to a music school, called Janos Patzay Music School. I knew immediately what I wanted to be. I built my whole life on music. It always filled up a very special place in my heart,it still does, and it always will. I started to learn the violin when I was 5 years old. Being in a music environment always gave me strength, made me feel safe, and made me stronger as a person. I decided to learn more, and to grow, I must never give up on my dreams. After elementary school, in 1998, I went to Bela Bartok Music High...

With the drum set being my primary instrument, my approach as a drummer has always been to bring a song to the next level in whatever way that may be. Whether it be helping to develop the emotional build of a section, or to make a transition become more creative and have more impact, my approach is always asking myself what can be done to make a piece of music more meaningful. My mindset and approach toward what I am trying to accomplish or display changes dramatically depending on the situation, and my approach to drum solos is vastly different compared to when I am writing parts for a specific song. My personal goals on a drum set have always been to push the envelope on what the body can physically accomplish as far as speed, coordination, and creativity go, but to also apply it in a musical way. I use my physical strengths and comfort of odd meters to try and display a unique style of drumming. Creating landscapes and moods through the use of linear rhythms with strong...

Music comes from our souls and is an incredibly passionate form of expression. When individuals perform for people, including a teacher, they put their confidence and abilities and imperfections out to be seen. That's why it is important for students to feel safe and confident in their instructor, something you will find in our teacher-student relationship.

Jason has been teaching acoustic, electric, and bass guitar for 8 years. Jason's passions lie in folk, blues, rock, and singer/songwriter music, and he loves to share that passion with his students in an encouraging and patient environment. Communication is key in a learning environment to ensure that students are working and progressing toward their goals. He has given lessons to students from age 9 through 75, and understands that each student has a unique interest and skill set to be developed. Music would be pretty dull if everyone was the same, wouldn't it?

Jason has been a singer/songwriter out of...

Dear Students and Parents,
I have been playing guitar for over 30 years. I played in various rock bands for fun growing up and then developed a passion for acoustic finger-style guitar playing and songwriters like James Taylor. While still in high school, I opened a concert for Livingston Taylor (James’ brother). After high school I decided to pursue my passion for guitar in college and received my Bachelors degree in Classical Guitar Performance studying with Robert Guthrie at Southern Methodist University. I also love to write music so after graduating from SMU I went out to Los Angeles and worked in the film music industry at Warner Bros. Studios for many years. I’m now working at MakeMusic, Inc., a world leader in music technology whose mission is to develop innovative solutions that transform how music is composed, taught, learned, and performed. I currently play electric and acoustic guitar in the worship band at Westwood Community Church. We cover many different styles...

Hey Everyone, First I'd like to thank you for viewing my page. Obviously, you are curious as to what it takes to be a musician and more specifically a "Drummer" which is of course my favorite! Anyways, a little bit about myself. My name is Marcus I've been playing drums for 18yrs now. I grew up in music all my life, when I was a young lad my pops decided to put a pair of sticks in my hands and the rest is pretty much history...that's what i call a long story short!

As you might be able to tell, I'm a pretty fun and outgoing person. I love music with a passion and I love teaching. In 2012, I started up my own teaching business giving lessons to underprivileged youth in the Minneapolis and metro areas. I love teaching kids because the young mind is full of untapped potential and that's what really drives me to be the kind of teacher that I am. I firmly believe in investing in our youth.
Teaching adults has been a joy as well, I've gotten to teach some students of mine who are...

iHey Hey wat up! My name is Trent♫....I teach drum lessons for beginner to advanced levels, any age,and any style you want to learn or play. I play drums all the time, I Iove getting on the drumset and just be play'n for hours, I can also play other types of music (Hip-Hop, Trip-Hop, DnB, Blues, RnB, Jazz, LatinGrooves, and LatinJazz, Reggaeton, Rock, Metal, DrumStep , and a lil mix of everything)!!I've played drums since age 5, and went to MacPhail school in Minneapolis for 3 years. I played in school and high school bands, jazz band, pep band, marching band, and still play with some cool Jam Bands!! I want to teach any student who is looking to hone in their skills, or wants music in their life. ^"...iiDrum Notes!!♪♫♫♪"^

I've been a professional musician and teacher for over 25 years. I have a degree from the University of Minnesota and I studied music at the University of St. Thomas when I was in high school. I've performed and recorded with numerous artist including The Temptations, Peter Noone (Herman's Hermits), Bobby Z, Billy McLaughin, Presidential Inauguration 2005, The Shirelles, Martha Reeves, Larry King, The Guess Who, Quiet Riot, Loverboy, J. Hoye and many more. I received the Certificate of Achievement from Billboard Magazine for production and songwriting, etc.,etc. enough about me though.

Are you looking to sing outside the shower, work on material for your band, build your repertoire, sing in the church choir, audition for a production, become a better lead singer in your rock or pop band, overcome stage-fright or wanting to get to “the next level?” You have come to the right place!

My lessons provide students with an opportunity to deeply explore the voice, build confidence, and to develop healthy and effective singing practices, which can be applied to any style of musical singing.

I encourage self-expression and enhance self-esteem in my students: singers of all ages, skill levels and styles.

***My students regularly receive scholarships and placement in music schools and programs around the U.S., have won competitions, do well in auditions, are performing in successful bands and/or recording artists.

Degrees: Bachelor of Music, minor in Psychology from Michigan State University
Master of Vocal Pedogogy from Oakland...

Over the past decade, John has enjoyed great success gigging, recording, and teaching drums. John has logged over eight years of performance experience in the Twin Cities and Upper Midwest, playing with bands spanning a diverse range of musical genres, from rock/pop to jazz and latin. He currently plays every weekend, splitting time between original indie band, Step Rockets, and Minneapolis-based cover band, Soul Tree. John teaches drum students in the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. Lessons are held from his basement studio or from students' homes.

John started drumming at the age of 10, honing his chops under the tutelage of drummer/vibraphonist Steve Roehm, member of the acclaimed Twin Cities jazz trio, The New Standards. John continued his musical education at St. Olaf College, where he played drums in the school’s nationally accredited Jazz One ensemble and studied percussion with highly regarded Twin Cities musicians Phil Hey and Dave Hagedorn. Since...

Music has always been a big part of my life. Performing and recording electric guitar and bass guitar with several bands for over ten years. Toured as lead guitarist with original band for 3 years. Produced & engineered songs for different local artists. I have been teaching private lessons to students of all ages since 2007. I am also a music teacher in early childhood education, currently teaching at several preschools in the twin cities. In 2011 I also started teaching a series of music classes as a part of the music therapy program at Minnesota Veterans Homes.

Hi everyone. If you're reading this, that means you're taking the time to consider music lessons for yourself or a family member, which is fantastic. Most people play music because of one simple reason - it's fun. The fun and excitement of playing a song for the first time is a great experience that you don't forget. The benefits that musical study has on an individual, both young and old, are too many to list in full here. It provides a fun, relaxing hobby, it keeps the mind sharp, people who study music tend to do better in school and work, it can bring one out of a sad mood, it is a fun social activity....... the list goes on and on!
As someone who has studied music for 25 years and taught for nearly 10, I understand the reasons why people become interested in studying music. I always strive to keep lessons fun yet ensure that students get the best educational experience from them as well. I treat each student as an individual,...

I have been teaching lessons and performing for over ten years in a wide variety of styles and settings. I have a master's degree in Jazz Studies from Purchase College and a bachelors degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in Jazz and African American Studies. After college I worked on Carnival Cruise Lines for three years, which gave me a ton of experience in all sorts of musical genres. Afterwards, I lived in Brooklyn, playing around town and teaching in Brooklyn and Long Island. After a summer living on Cape Cod while performing with the great wedding/corporate band, "The Sultans of Swing," I moved with my wife to the beautiful city of Minneapolis.

I bring years of experience teaching and performing into my lessons. I believe every student is a unique individual and must be taught that way, with patience, understanding, and open-mindedness.