Lesson Details
Djembe
- Levels Taught:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Dan teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 5+ and special needs
- Teaching since:
- August 1990
I am a disabled Security Force Member from the Air Force. I suffered a TBI, and was informed that I would have no quality of life. I read a study by Harvard, and John Hopkins on music and the brain, and I choose to follow a study in music to first increase my quality of life, and second to help others. I have learned through the years that music is the perfect tool to assist children with attention deficits. I have been performing for over thirty years, and I have been teaching for almost as long. I have taught private studio, both private and public schools. I have also, taught in two different colleges. I believe anyone can learn music, whether it is for personal edification, performance, therapy, or quality of life.
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Private music teacher
Aug 1990 - PresentI have taught private music students in the areas of voice, piano and guitar
Head of music program
Aug 2008 - May 2009On the campus at Batavia, NY, I served as head of music teaching all core music classes, as well as music appreciation, midi, music technology, music theater. I supervised private lessons. I started and maintained a faculty band as well.
Music faculty
Jan 2002 - Dec 2005Music faculty teaching private voice ensembles, music theater, music theory, music technologies .
Vocal coach
Aug 2002 - May 2003Coach vocally contestants performing on the show who wants to be a country star
Head of choral
Aug 2000 - Dec 2002Teach six graded choral programs, private lesson, music theory, admits rate two other teachers, private instructors, and competition .
State director
Aug 1998 - Dec 2002Organize band programs, administrate programs all over the state of Texas.
Education
MM music
Aug 1996 - Dec 2001B.A. Music
Aug 1989 - May 1993Languages
Englsih
Certifications
K-12 music
Jun 2008Music certification for state of New York
K-12music
Oct 2002Affiliations
National Association of Teachers of Singing
Aug 1999Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,000 members worldwide.
National Association for Music Education
Aug 1996Founded in 1907, NAfME is among the world’s largest arts education organizations. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
+ Read MoreMusic Teachers National Association
Aug 1996The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.
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12 Reviews
Write a ReviewDan is teaching both myself and my 4 year old daughter. He can demonstrate the good music knowledge and be able to teach student in different level. He is also very patient and try to grab student’s interests. Nice teacher and would highly recommend.
+ Read MoreIt was great my daughter seemed to really enjoy it!
My Instructor, Dan F is a fabulous teacher. He is very knowledgeable in several instruments as well as the guitar and is well rounded in musical theory as well as practical instruction. In the short time that I have been with Dan my guitar player had improved substantially.
+ Read MoreDan is an excellent instructor and an all around great guy that makes you feel right at home.
Dan has the knowledge that you would like to have in a teacher. He was quickly able to tailor that knowledge to address my piano objectives.
Mr.Dan is a VERY good teacher.He is very patient and
a very kind with students.I have learned alot from him.I could not ask for a better teacher!
I only had two lessons but already consider Dan a friend and a mentor in more ways than singing. I am 62 years of age and to have someone I mentor is significant. Just as important is the singing is coming along. I have improved a lot. Dan is teaching me the fundamentals to start and is instilling the proper habits. Greatly appreciated and looking forward to many more lessons.
+ Read MoreExcellent teacher. In just one lesson I learned more than watching several dvds and/or internet videos on learning the guitar. Looking forward to my next lesson
I have en joyed working with Dan,He is great!!! I will not be taking Lessons For
A while I'm having eye surgery and will be out of action for a while Thanks Scott,
I am enjoy my singing lessons and I have learned a lot not only just about my voice but also the proper way to use my gift and I'm looking forward to the rest of my lessons.
Comfortable lesson area, flexible and real - world scheduling which is convenient for an adult. Made first lesson fun and learning for my needs. Looking forward to next lesson...
Comfortable learning area, knowledgeable, flexible, and interested in progress of new student off - top...Enjoyed my first Lesson!