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Review by Jasmine
"Adam has a lot of passion for teaching students to find themselves and shine. As a parent, I would recommend Adam to anyone. My daughter is disecting and
hearing the vowels to get better. Adam thank you for a great experience and more to come!"
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Aria T.
Review by Kim
"Ryan is a very talented musician. I am in my fifties and not musical but somehow, I'm learning how to play the ukulele. He puts specific moves in conte
xt and adapts to my preferences. I am very pleased with my progress and would recommend Ryan to others."
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Ryan B.
Review by Ellie
"She made Ellie feel very comfortable with the first lesson"
Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Kathy S.
Review by Serenity
"Had a great lesson with my young daughter"
Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Ryan B.
Review by Tom
"Richie D, teaching a lefty how to play guitar in a right handed world
I started taking guitar lessons with Richie having no previous experience with play
I started taking guitar lessons with Richie having no previous experience with play
ing an instrument or reading music. Being left handed I was having difficulty making sense of the beginner guitar books and thought I'd give personal lessons a try.
Richie quickly taught me the basics of guitar and how to read music. Over the last 2-1/2 years he has helped me overcome my lack of rhythm, has taught me music theory, how to structure songs and techniques of soloing in various scales.
I've enjoyed getting out in my spare time and watching Richie perform in his acoustic and blues bands and have developed a new appreciation of music.
I now practice/play daily for enjoyment and only wish that my job wasn't taking me away from this area. Otherwise, I would be continuing my lessons with Richie for years to come."
Richie quickly taught me the basics of guitar and how to read music. Over the last 2-1/2 years he has helped me overcome my lack of rhythm, has taught me music theory, how to structure songs and techniques of soloing in various scales.
I've enjoyed getting out in my spare time and watching Richie perform in his acoustic and blues bands and have developed a new appreciation of music.
I now practice/play daily for enjoyment and only wish that my job wasn't taking me away from this area. Otherwise, I would be continuing my lessons with Richie for years to come."
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Richard D.
Review by Parker
"Only one lesson in, but we made the right choice. Angela is very professional, very well organized, and had planned perfectly for our beginner piano less
on. She was very engaging, on just the right level, and our beginner related to her style and ease in an instant. Could not have been happier with this decision."
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Angela H.
Review by Heather
"thank you :)"
Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Dawn S.
Review by Thomas
"Enjoyable! I was a bit nervous and Juliet made me feel comfortable and relaxed immediately. Her instruction exceeded my expectations.
Tom"
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Juliet J.
Review by Ginger
"Our daughter really enjoys her lessons with Ms. Dawn. She does a great job breaking things down for her students. You can tell that she wants her stude
nts to have strong fundamentals before they move on to learn new notes, tricky rhythms, or different styles of music!"
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Saint Louis, MO teacher:
Dawn S.
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Popular Music Teachers near Defiance
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About Zelina
I am a professional singer and voice teacher. I perform as a lead vocalist with a popular top 40 band in St. Louis and can be seen singing with several other well known bands in the city and region. I graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelors of Jazz Vocal Performance. My versatility, experience and formal training helps me to make the learning experience easy, low stress and fun!
Every voice has a unique timbre; I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I will teach students ear training, and proper breathing and vocal technique as well as to read music and understand music theory if the interest exists. I tailor my approach to the needs of each students individual needs and goals.
I can help any student to sing with more freedom,
Every voice has a unique timbre; I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I will teach students ear training, and proper breathing and vocal technique as well as to read music and understand music theory if the interest exists. I tailor my approach to the needs of each students individual needs and goals.
I can help any student to sing with more freedom,
confidence, and expression!
Some of the musical styles I regularly teach: Rock, Alternative, Pop, Musical Theatre, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Soul, R&B, Classical.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you to become a better musician!
Some of the musical styles I regularly teach: Rock, Alternative, Pop, Musical Theatre, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Soul, R&B, Classical.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you to become a better musician!
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Zelina B.
Saint Louis, MO 63122
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$40
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Ryan M. is the Music Director at St. Barnabas the Apostle Catholic Church in O’Fallon, Missouri, where serves as organist, choirmaster, and cantor. He recently completed a six month term as Interim Organist of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, during which he played for over fifteen bishops, Carlo Maria Viganò, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, and Louis Alphonse of Bourbon, Duke of Anjou.
Mr. M. studied organ at Cleveland State University with Horst Buchholz and piano at Duquesne University with Natasha Snitkovsky. In 2011 Mr. M came in third in the Rodgers North American Classical Organ Competition and was a winner of the 2005 Duquesne University Concerto Competition, playing Dimitri Shostakovich’s second piano concerto. A Colleague of the American Guild of Organists, he enjoys reading, dancing, and weightlifting in his free
Mr. M. studied organ at Cleveland State University with Horst Buchholz and piano at Duquesne University with Natasha Snitkovsky. In 2011 Mr. M came in third in the Rodgers North American Classical Organ Competition and was a winner of the 2005 Duquesne University Concerto Competition, playing Dimitri Shostakovich’s second piano concerto. A Colleague of the American Guild of Organists, he enjoys reading, dancing, and weightlifting in his free
time.
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· Music Theory · In home
· Singing · In home
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· Classical Piano · In studio
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Ryan M.
O Fallon, MO 63366
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$24.75
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Hi! My name is Chris, but a lot of people call me Luppy (pronounced "loopy"). I am a professional musician in the St. Louis area specializing in jazz as well as performing with my band Sky West Trio (www.skywesttrio.com). I am classically trained but also play by ear. I have years of experience in the music business. I toured the country for 8 years with a band (LP Outsiders) that led to a publishing deal with Windswept Pacific, landing a song on the Three To Tango movie soundtrack, appearing on the Disney Channel Show "2 Hour Tour" with 98 Degrees, and opening for many national acts. We even toured with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy for a year. I also played trumpet on a b-side on Natalie Imbruglia's multi-platinum selling single to "Torn," and did some songwriting with Robbie Nevil (of "Ce La Vie" fame).I also have performed all over the wor
ld including many caribbean islands like Aruba, Barbados, Curacao, St. Maarten and St. Kitts.
I offer lessons to people of ALL AGES! I customize my lessons to focus on the things YOU WANT TO LEARN. My favorite thing to teach is how to play by ear! I can teach you the system that all professional musicians use to be able to play songs instantly after hearing it once. It really is possible with a little practice.
I do also teach the classical repertoire if that is what you are more interested in. For most students, I teach a combination of playing by ear and learning music theory, as well as some classical repertoire.
I offer lessons to people of ALL AGES! I customize my lessons to focus on the things YOU WANT TO LEARN. My favorite thing to teach is how to play by ear! I can teach you the system that all professional musicians use to be able to play songs instantly after hearing it once. It really is possible with a little practice.
I do also teach the classical repertoire if that is what you are more interested in. For most students, I teach a combination of playing by ear and learning music theory, as well as some classical repertoire.
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· Piano · In studio
· Piano · In studio
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Chris S.
Saint Louis, MO 63139
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$30
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About Karen V.
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About Karen
I am both a Texas and Missouri certified teacher. I recently relocated to the St. Louis area from central Texas where I owned a fine arts private teaching school and also tutored students from elementary through high school levels. I have vast experience in all types of performance including theater, art, and music.
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· Violin · In studio
· Violin · In studio
· Violin · In studio
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Karen V.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
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$40
/ 30-min
About Juan L.
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About Juan
I am an experienced musician, singer, and teacher. I have six years of performing and touring experience, and six years teaching private lessons as well as at the School Of Rock in Ballwin, MO. I like to work with my students on their specific needs/interests/desires as singers and musicians. Whether that is on technique, performance, extending range, learning songs, or simply feeling more comfortable with your singing voice and your performing abilities, I am happy to help you grow as a singer and musician.
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Juan L.
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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$30
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About Ryan T.
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I am a professional performing musician and educator in the Saint Louis area. I have a bachelors degree in Jazz Performance from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. My primary instrument is trumpet however I am a multi instrumentalist teaching piano, guitar and bass. I have learned so much music theory and songwriting from my time exploring multiple instruments that are harmonic, rhythmic, and melodic as well as my time studying theory intensively in high school and college.
My specialty is in Jazz/pop theory and arranging however, I am well versed in classical theory much akin to what you would learn in a university setting. Whether or not you are looking for tutoring for your music theory course in school, a classical musician looking to branch into jazz theory, or an aspiring songwriter looking to explore new sounds, I believe
My specialty is in Jazz/pop theory and arranging however, I am well versed in classical theory much akin to what you would learn in a university setting. Whether or not you are looking for tutoring for your music theory course in school, a classical musician looking to branch into jazz theory, or an aspiring songwriter looking to explore new sounds, I believe
I can aid in your music theory skills.
My method stresses the importance of ear training and recognition with sound, connecting what you hear with the theoretical concept in written form. I will teach you scales, how to make chords, voicing chords, voice leading from chord to chord, and how to use all of these skills while reading a lead sheet.
If you wish to expand your jazz skills and improvising, we will take all of the previously mentioned skills and learn how to improvise from the knowledge that we have of theory, returning to the ear to draw connections with what we hear and understanding how to recreate the sounds we hear.
I hope aid you in improving your skills on piano, trumpet, guitar, or bass, through music theory and get all of the creativity inside your head out onto your instrument!
My method stresses the importance of ear training and recognition with sound, connecting what you hear with the theoretical concept in written form. I will teach you scales, how to make chords, voicing chords, voice leading from chord to chord, and how to use all of these skills while reading a lead sheet.
If you wish to expand your jazz skills and improvising, we will take all of the previously mentioned skills and learn how to improvise from the knowledge that we have of theory, returning to the ear to draw connections with what we hear and understanding how to recreate the sounds we hear.
I hope aid you in improving your skills on piano, trumpet, guitar, or bass, through music theory and get all of the creativity inside your head out onto your instrument!
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Ryan T.
Saint Louis, MO 63109
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$34
/ 30-min
About Lindsay W.
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About Lindsay
I am a professional violinist and pianist. I graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with a Bachelors of Music, emphasis on the violin.
I have performed with several professional groups. Some of them include the Salem - St. Louis Chamber Orchestra, the St. Louis Big Band and the Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra. I’ve also performed with smaller jazz ensembles and folk groups.
I have 10 years of teaching experience and have always enjoyed helping my students further and their skills. Students can expect improvement from week to week with regular lessons and practice. I am confident that, no matter what your age or skill level, I can help you improve your musical abilities as well as have a better grasp on music theory and the function of music.
I believe it is important for my students to have a classically based foundat
I have performed with several professional groups. Some of them include the Salem - St. Louis Chamber Orchestra, the St. Louis Big Band and the Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra. I’ve also performed with smaller jazz ensembles and folk groups.
I have 10 years of teaching experience and have always enjoyed helping my students further and their skills. Students can expect improvement from week to week with regular lessons and practice. I am confident that, no matter what your age or skill level, I can help you improve your musical abilities as well as have a better grasp on music theory and the function of music.
I believe it is important for my students to have a classically based foundat
ion but that doesn’t keep me (or my students) from branching out into other genres such as rock, pop, jazz and bluegrass.
I hold lessons at my apartment which is conveniently located above a coffee shop. Grab a coffee before your lesson!
Hope to hear from you soon!
I hold lessons at my apartment which is conveniently located above a coffee shop. Grab a coffee before your lesson!
Hope to hear from you soon!
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Lindsay W.
Pacific, MO 63069
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$34
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My name is Jonathan and I started playing guitar and bass guitar when I was 12 years old. Since then I have been fortunate enough home my skills which ultimately gave me the opportunity to play to audiences of all sizes around the US and Caribbean. My influences are Rock, Blues, Country, Jazz and pop music. I've also learned how maintain and properly set up fretted instruments as well as amplifiers and speakers.
My name is Jonathan and I started playing guitar and bass guitar when I was 12 years old. Since then I have been fortunate enough home my skills which ultimately gave me the opportunity to play to audiences of all sizes around the US and Caribbean. My influences are Rock, Blues, Country, Jazz and pop music. I've also learned how maintain and properly set up fretted instruments as well as amplifiers and speakers.
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Jonathan S.
Saint Louis, MO 63139
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$25
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About Ally
Hi- My name is Ally and I am a sophomore at Washington University in St. Louis. Music has been an integral part of my life since I joined the Metropolitan Opera Children's Chorus at age 4 and began taking piano lessons a few months later.
I am a coloratura and especially love singing Mozart. One of my unique strengths as a teacher is picking the perfect repertoire for each student:why have everyone sing the exact same thing- there is so much great music out there!
I attended the Manhattan School of Music precollege program for 5 years and New England Music Camp for 2 years and I majored in classical voice at both institutions!
I am a coloratura and especially love singing Mozart. One of my unique strengths as a teacher is picking the perfect repertoire for each student:why have everyone sing the exact same thing- there is so much great music out there!
I attended the Manhattan School of Music precollege program for 5 years and New England Music Camp for 2 years and I majored in classical voice at both institutions!
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Ally S.
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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$34
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I am a long time passionate drummer/guitarist of 15+ years. I love all styles of music and enjoy playing many diffrent styles! Ive played in numerous bands ranging from pop to metal. Currently playing with a Hardcore Metal band.
I am a frim believer that music makes the soul smile and playing makes it shine! I love to teach by ear alot of my teaching style is visual and by ear.
My current set is a beautiful 4 Piece Gretsch Renown series. With a mixture of cymbals. I have a few sets I like to rotate around with those include PDP and Tama.
I am a frim believer that music makes the soul smile and playing makes it shine! I love to teach by ear alot of my teaching style is visual and by ear.
My current set is a beautiful 4 Piece Gretsch Renown series. With a mixture of cymbals. I have a few sets I like to rotate around with those include PDP and Tama.
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Cam S.
Saint Louis, MO 63110
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$25
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