Lesson Details
Jarrod teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 5+
- Teaching since:
- June 2010
My name is Jarrod V. I am a graduate of the University of Rhode Island Music Program. I currently teach music in Beaufort County, SC. I also perform in many local bands, including Lowcountry Jam, Soundboy, the Storks, White Liquor, 2 Sons, etc. I have previously performed on stage with members of the Grateful Deal and the Allman Brothers. I have also opened for acts such as P-Funk, Buddy Guy, the Violent Femmes, Michael Franti, Johnny Winter and the Spin Doctors.
If you are looking to master your instrument and learn how to perform on stage, I am the right teacher for you! I feel I have a great deal of enthusiasm and knowledge to offer to my students, and if given the opportunity, I will make a great musician out of you!
*** Lesson Details ***
Through my lessons, you will learn music theory, music history and music performance. I am very outgoing, personable and friendly, and I will motivate you to be a great musician!
I have experience with piano, voice, drums, trumpet, saxophone and many other instruments... we can work on everything from stage presence to mastering your instrument to playing different instruments and becoming a versatile musician. I have access to a great library of music books, theory and history worksheets and other literature that will help us attain rock-star status! If you are looking for a fun, motivating, professional teacher, you have found the right guy!
*** Studio Equipment ***
I have access to keyboards, saxophones, piano and basic drum equipment, as well as internet access and speakers for listening. It is a great environment to learn and play!
*** Travel Equipment ***
I have some drum equipment, books, pencils/paper, keyboards, saxophone... I would expect the student to invest in a workbook, maybe an inexpensive keyboard for practice purposes (for piano lessons), and other items depending on what we are studying. I can provide most of the materials, though.
*** Specialties ***
I am great with JAZZ/FUNK MUSIC, as well as CLASSICAL. I have a lot of experience teaching MUSIC THEORY/MUSIC HISTORY
Experience
Music teacher
Jan 2010 - PresentI have taught all grades K-12 and currently teach full time music
Education
BA in Music
Sep 2000 - May 2006Certifications
Music K-12 teaching
Jun 2012Certified to teach music, chorus and band K-12
Awards
Band of the Year
Apr 2014Photos & Videos
8 Reviews
Write a ReviewJarrod, goes beyond the norm to customize a study plan that best fits my needs; he is a wonderful instructor. He is also pleasant and patient with me. Very pleased with him.
The lesson was great!
Great Teacher
Sebastian is having an amazing time with his teacher Jarrod. He looks forward to his lessons and practices very hard at home not only because he loves the drums but because he wants to impress his teacher. Jarrod is a smart and very talented instructor, he explains everything well and allows the student to feel comfortable embrace the lessons easily. Sebastian has a blast and grasps everything quickly thanks to Jarrod. He's an amazing musician and Sebastian is very happy and lucky to have him as an instructor.
Great instructor. Jarrod has the ability to get our son completely motivated and makes the experience fun.
Zachary Prosser
Just wanted you to know that Zach is really getting a lot out of your lessons so far, much more than his last teacher. Lisa
Jarrod is doing great with Shane. He is learning a lot & is having fun at the same time! Thank you.
Parent of two children taking lessons
Jarrod is very punctual. He is good with the kids. I think he is a great musician too. (I don't play their instruments.) Hope the children will be inspired.
Terrific Teacher
I really enjoyed my lessons with Jarrod. He's very patient and I've enjoyed taking lessons from him.