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Review by Mary
"Michelle really paid attention to my needs. I felt like a priority, not like I was getting the same stock responses everyone gets."
Washington, DC teacher:
Michelle K.
Review by Kavana
"Kristin was great with me. She is patient and focuses on your requirements. She also helps with apps and tools which can be used to improve skills."
Washington, DC teacher:
Kristin W.
Review by Yihao
"Annie is a very nice teacher! My son is 7 years old and has been doing great with Annie. Annie replied my emails in a timely manner. Most important of all
, she always remind my son the right habit of the way to play violin at the beginning which I think is very important for beginners! She has a lot of patience and encouraged my son a lot! I highly recommend Annie for both young kids and adult students."
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Washington, DC teacher:
Annie M.
Review by Max
"One of the best cellists I’ve worked with! She’s a public school orchestra teacher and believes strongly in technique. If you’re looking for someone to ta
ke your child’s playing to the next level - she’s the one!"
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Washington, DC teacher:
Angelica K.
Review by Michael
"Excellent bass player and teacher"
Washington, DC teacher:
Daniel B.
Review by Julie
"Due to the snow, I was worried about doing a FaceTime lesson but it worked out really well."
Washington, DC teacher:
Priscilla D.
Review by Kirk
"My 6th grader has been taking drum lessons with Keith for the past 2 years and he’s really enjoyed it and he’s improved tremendously! Keith is great with
young students."
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Washington, DC teacher:
Keith J.
Review by Tyler
"Steven is exacting but patient, which is exactly what I was looking for in a piano instructor. Also, the fact that he specializes in teaching adult piano
sets him apart from other instructors. Looking forward to many future lessons!"
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Washington, DC teacher:
Steven S.
Review by Aubrey
"Orla was my student at Berklee for 2 years and in that time I saw her grow tremendously as a performer, educator, entrepreneur, composer, and more! In add
ition to being a phenomenal musician, she is a very kind and patient person who is very well equipped to handle a wide variety of students and teaching scenarios. I highly recommend Orla and vouch for her skills completely."
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Washington, DC teacher:
Orla C.
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Popular Music Teachers near Garrett Park
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About Michelle
Instilling and nurturing a love of music and developing musicianship are why I’m a voice teacher. I earned my Master of Music Education degree in 2012 from Boston University, which has furthered my love of teaching and given me even more resources to draw from.
With all my students, I emphasize good technique. No matter what genre of music or age of student, singing in a healthful and fun way includes great posture, breath management, and producing a free and easy sound. I believe that each student has their own unique way of learning, so I tailor my lessons to fit. Students are both encouraged to sing music they're familiar with and to try something new. Immediate feedback and specific practice instructions help my students gain a sense of confidence and assess their progress. Last but not least, singing should be fun!
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With all my students, I emphasize good technique. No matter what genre of music or age of student, singing in a healthful and fun way includes great posture, breath management, and producing a free and easy sound. I believe that each student has their own unique way of learning, so I tailor my lessons to fit. Students are both encouraged to sing music they're familiar with and to try something new. Immediate feedback and specific practice instructions help my students gain a sense of confidence and assess their progress. Last but not least, singing should be fun!
I'm a member
of the National Association of Teachers of Singing, The Voice Workshop, and the Loudoun Fairfax Music Fellowship.
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Michelle P.
Aldie, VA 20105
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$30
/ 30-min
About Gregory B.
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About Gregory
*** Travel Equipment ***
I am able to provide a full piano. With recording capabilities and metronome.
*** Specialties ***
Gospel, Gospel, a little jazz, and more Gospel.
I am able to provide a full piano. With recording capabilities and metronome.
*** Specialties ***
Gospel, Gospel, a little jazz, and more Gospel.
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· Audio Engineering · In studio
He may know a thing or two about GarageBand (I don't know that for sure), but he knew very little about iPad GarageBand. It was a complete waste of my time. In text messages I said to him that I would not give him a bad review, but I was going to ask for a refund. He said thank you for not leaving a bad review. But then he wouldn't allow refund. Good God!
So here we are. He wasted 2.5 hours of my time, cost me parking in the city, didn't teach me literally anything, and he wouldn't give up the 50 bucks
All that said, now here I am having to take more of my time that could be used for productive purposes, to have to write a bad review. He really deserves this.
· Piano · In home
· Piano · In studio
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Gregory B.
Baltimore, MD 21202
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$25
/ 30-min
About Benjamin Z.
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About Benjamin
I have been teaching drums privately in the Baltimore and central Maryland area for the past nine years to students of all ages and abilities. Many of my students have gone on to win music scholarships and play in successful regional rock groups. Additionally, I love to teach those with special needs, including autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.
Beginners will learn the essential fundamentals of drumming and rhythm, all while enjoying and expressing themselves through music. Most beginners walk out of the very first lesson able to play an actual groove! I structure lessons based on your needs and goals, with a heavy emphasis on playing along with your favorite songs and bands. Other essentials you will learn include proper grip and technique, keeping steady time, basic rudiments and patterns, reading notation, listening and ear
Beginners will learn the essential fundamentals of drumming and rhythm, all while enjoying and expressing themselves through music. Most beginners walk out of the very first lesson able to play an actual groove! I structure lessons based on your needs and goals, with a heavy emphasis on playing along with your favorite songs and bands. Other essentials you will learn include proper grip and technique, keeping steady time, basic rudiments and patterns, reading notation, listening and ear
training, fills, and improvisation. Above all, we will have fun making music!
Intermediate and advanced players will be pushed well beyond their current percussive abilities. I will work together with you to create a specific, goals-based curriculum to get you where you need to be. Whether you want to get that gig or ace that audition, need a new direction to your expression, or just want to hone your chops to be better than the next guy, I can get you there.
Intermediate and advanced players will be pushed well beyond their current percussive abilities. I will work together with you to create a specific, goals-based curriculum to get you where you need to be. Whether you want to get that gig or ace that audition, need a new direction to your expression, or just want to hone your chops to be better than the next guy, I can get you there.
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Benjamin Z.
Catonsville, MD 21228
starting at
$25
/ 30-min
About Robert M.
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About Robert
Welcome! My name is Rob M. and I am professional cellist, string music educator and conductor who recently moved from the Philadelphia area returning to the DC Area. I hold a Bachelor of Music Education from DePauw University (2010). I am a certified K-12 instrumental/general music teacher in the state of Virginia and Washington D.C. In 2016, I completed my Masters of Music in String Pedagogy at Temple University. I've been playing cello for over 20 years and I have taught various age groups in public school and private studio settings for the last six years. I look forward to offering my musical expertise and experience working with you to grow musically and to reach your goals!!
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· Cello · In home
· Cello · In home
· Cello · In home
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Robert M.
Arlington, VA 22204
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$31
/ 30-min
About Aaron C.
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About Aaron
In a fun and engaging atmosphere we will develop the tools of musicality. I'm as comfortable with an absolute beginner as an advanced student.
I've been a professional drummer and keyboardist for 17 years. The last 13 of these have been touring with Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus. I've performed on cruise ships, in clubs and bars, and in concert halls.
As a drummer I'm well versed in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Funk, and Orchestral/Band Percussion. We will focus on solid time, technique, and musicality.
On the piano we develop solid fundamentals through reading and technical exercises, a grounding in theory, and an understanding of musical structure. You will learn to play from a fake book, play with a band, and improvise. I will also equip you with the tools to write your own music.
Happy to teach students both drums
I've been a professional drummer and keyboardist for 17 years. The last 13 of these have been touring with Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus. I've performed on cruise ships, in clubs and bars, and in concert halls.
As a drummer I'm well versed in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Funk, and Orchestral/Band Percussion. We will focus on solid time, technique, and musicality.
On the piano we develop solid fundamentals through reading and technical exercises, a grounding in theory, and an understanding of musical structure. You will learn to play from a fake book, play with a band, and improvise. I will also equip you with the tools to write your own music.
Happy to teach students both drums
and piano. We can do this as a split one hour lesson, or alternate weeks. We will also work on ensemble playing by playing together.
NOTE: I CANNOT PROVIDE IN HOME TEACHING WITHIN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
NOTE: I CANNOT PROVIDE IN HOME TEACHING WITHIN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
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Aaron C.
Laurel, MD 20707
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$25
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About Madeline H.
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Hello! I'm Madeline, and I'm a vocal performance and music theory pedagogy major at Peabody Institute. I've been a music theory tutor since Fall 2014, and teaching private voice lessons since January 2015. I love introducing students to new repertoire, showing them a different way of looking at concepts, and helping students realize how smart and talented they are. I want my students to feel prepared for where their love of music takes them, and we are absolutely going to have fun while learning. I'm excited that you are interested in learning, too, and I cannot wait to hear from you.
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· Singing · In studio
· Singing · In studio
· Choir · In studio
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Madeline H.
Baltimore, MD 21202
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
About Nicholas R.
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About Nicholas
I understand that learning something new can be very daunting. I know that in particular, because I am still new to teaching! We can both learn together. I want to make it my goal, to help you be a better musician, performer, and most obviously: a better drummer. I care deeply about making sure my students understand what I'm teaching them, and patience is the key to that.
I have self taught myself to play drums for 15 years, and have been performing for 10 years. Please ask me any questions, I'm an open book.
I also attended Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts and am a certified audio engineer.
My ultimate goal, is to help you reach yours!
I have self taught myself to play drums for 15 years, and have been performing for 10 years. Please ask me any questions, I'm an open book.
I also attended Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts and am a certified audio engineer.
My ultimate goal, is to help you reach yours!
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· Drum · In studio
· Drum · In studio
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Nicholas R.
Gambrills, MD 21054
starting at
$25
/ 30-min
About Rebecca S.
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About Rebecca
I studied classical piano for 13 years and have played in the National Piano Playing Auditions starting in 2002. I have earned the Paderewski medal for over ten years of receiving superior ratings in the auditions and a diploma in music from the National Piano Playing Auditions.
I have also served as the music director for my church where I played for Sunday services as well as led the choir.
Currently, my students are between the ages four and thirteen and I enjoy teaching all of them.
I enjoy playing a variety of music from classical to country and my goal is to help my students pursue learning to play the piano. And also to help them enjoy music and playing as much as I do.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask me.
Thanks,
Rebecca
I have also served as the music director for my church where I played for Sunday services as well as led the choir.
Currently, my students are between the ages four and thirteen and I enjoy teaching all of them.
I enjoy playing a variety of music from classical to country and my goal is to help my students pursue learning to play the piano. And also to help them enjoy music and playing as much as I do.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask me.
Thanks,
Rebecca
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Rebecca S.
Arlington, VA 22207
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$38
/ 30-min
About Tyra F.
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About Tyra
I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor in Music Education and am getting my graduate degree in Music Education from the University of Maryland.
My primary instrument is clarinet and euphonium but am familiar with most instruments at a beginner to intermediate level.
As a woodwind specialist, I have taught clarinet, flute and saxophone during summer camps and programs for multiple years.
I'm currently the clarinet technique teacher at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC.
I have been knitting and crocheting for 12 years and have made a wide range of products from hair bows to sweaters.
I am patient and willing to teach all levels of students in a variety of subjects and am willing to cater the lessons to your needs.
My primary instrument is clarinet and euphonium but am familiar with most instruments at a beginner to intermediate level.
As a woodwind specialist, I have taught clarinet, flute and saxophone during summer camps and programs for multiple years.
I'm currently the clarinet technique teacher at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC.
I have been knitting and crocheting for 12 years and have made a wide range of products from hair bows to sweaters.
I am patient and willing to teach all levels of students in a variety of subjects and am willing to cater the lessons to your needs.
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Tyra F.
College Park, MD 20742
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
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John Bryant Greear
Highlights of Qualification
Twenty years of service as a U.S. Army Musician
Fifteen years of service with The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, a U.S. Army Special Band (Retired as of 1 Aug 2012)
Thirty-plus years of experience as a private instructor of trumpet with students of various age groups
Local freelance musician as soloist and ensemble member in various musical organizations.
Professional Experience
Levine Music Washington, D.C. (2015- Present)
Trumpet Instructor
Foxes Music Falls Church, VA (2016-Present)
Trumpet Instructor
The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, Ft. Myer, Virginia (1997-2012)
Bugle Instrumentalist- Top Secret and Secret Clearance for Pentagon and White House Arrival Missions
Performances for Heads of State a
Highlights of Qualification
Twenty years of service as a U.S. Army Musician
Fifteen years of service with The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, a U.S. Army Special Band (Retired as of 1 Aug 2012)
Thirty-plus years of experience as a private instructor of trumpet with students of various age groups
Local freelance musician as soloist and ensemble member in various musical organizations.
Professional Experience
Levine Music Washington, D.C. (2015- Present)
Trumpet Instructor
Foxes Music Falls Church, VA (2016-Present)
Trumpet Instructor
The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, Ft. Myer, Virginia (1997-2012)
Bugle Instrumentalist- Top Secret and Secret Clearance for Pentagon and White House Arrival Missions
Performances for Heads of State a
t The White House and The Pentagon
President William J. Clinton
President George W. Bush
President Barack H. Obama
Secretary of Defense William Perry
Secretary of Defense Ronald Rumsfeld
Performances at high profile functions:
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery
U.S.S. Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Countless military funerals for soldiers of the U.S. Army
United States Army, Europe (USAEUR) Band and Chorus, Heidelberg, Germany (1995-1997)
Trumpeter
Performances with Concert and Ceremonial Bands for audiences in Germany and other European countries
Featured guest soloist with the Orchester im Palais Rischer Heidelberg, Germany
36th US Army Band, Ft. Huachuca, Arizona (1992-1995)
Trumpeter
Performances with 36th Army Band
Brass Quintet, Stage Band, Rock Combo and Concert Band
Featured Soloist with Concert Band
Additional Musical Experience
The Virginia Grand Military Band Alexandria, VA
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Fairfax, VA
Capitol Wind Symphony Washington, D.C.
Brass of the Potomac Takoma Park, MD
The Washington Savoyards Washington, D.C.
The Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra (featured soloist) Woodbridge, VA
The Garland Symphony Orchestra Garland, TX
The Irving Symphony Orchestra Irving, TX
The Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra Lawton, OK
George Mason University Fairfax, VA (Spring 1999) Music Performance
University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX (1990-1992) Music Education & Performance
Cameron University, Lawton, Oklahoma (1987-1990) Music Education
President William J. Clinton
President George W. Bush
President Barack H. Obama
Secretary of Defense William Perry
Secretary of Defense Ronald Rumsfeld
Performances at high profile functions:
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery
U.S.S. Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Countless military funerals for soldiers of the U.S. Army
United States Army, Europe (USAEUR) Band and Chorus, Heidelberg, Germany (1995-1997)
Trumpeter
Performances with Concert and Ceremonial Bands for audiences in Germany and other European countries
Featured guest soloist with the Orchester im Palais Rischer Heidelberg, Germany
36th US Army Band, Ft. Huachuca, Arizona (1992-1995)
Trumpeter
Performances with 36th Army Band
Brass Quintet, Stage Band, Rock Combo and Concert Band
Featured Soloist with Concert Band
Additional Musical Experience
The Virginia Grand Military Band Alexandria, VA
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Fairfax, VA
Capitol Wind Symphony Washington, D.C.
Brass of the Potomac Takoma Park, MD
The Washington Savoyards Washington, D.C.
The Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra (featured soloist) Woodbridge, VA
The Garland Symphony Orchestra Garland, TX
The Irving Symphony Orchestra Irving, TX
The Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra Lawton, OK
George Mason University Fairfax, VA (Spring 1999) Music Performance
University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX (1990-1992) Music Education & Performance
Cameron University, Lawton, Oklahoma (1987-1990) Music Education
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John G.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
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$50
/ 30-min
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