Songwriting with Martin N.

Hello students and parents! I have been teaching bass, guitar, and piano for over 10 years and have been playing all those instruments for over 12 years. I have experience teaching kids as young as five as well as adults. I enjoy having a variety of students. I received a Bachelors in Music from Manhattan School of Music where my major was Jazz Bass Performance. I also studied a wide range of other subjects including piano, composition, and arranging. I also have a Masters in Music Education from Teachers College (Columbia University). I am very passionate about music as well as teaching and I want to inspire my students. I play with a variety of artists in New York City and have toured extensively both nationally and internationally. I have performed with artists including Ethan Iverson, Albert "Tootie" Heath, Billy Hart, Greg Osby, Jason Moran, Dave Liebman, Steve Wilson, Ambrose Akinmusire and Aaron Parks and have studied with teachers including Jay Anderson, David Grossman, Larry Grenadier and Ben Street. I look forward to helping you grow as a musician and learning from you as well! All the best, Martin *** Lesson Details *** My primary mission is to help you accomplish the goals you have set for yourself. Within the first lesson I want to learn what you hope to achieve. I always ask my students what music they love and want to learn more about. I want to use the music that you connect with to help you grow on your instrument. I will also teach you the techniques needed to play the instrument and expose you to the different styles possible on the instrument. I tailor my teaching to each student's needs, concerns, strengths and weaknesses. I use a variety of teaching tools, including books and recordings, based on what I think will help you. I am very patient, fun, and engaging. I guarantee that within 1 lesson you will feel inspired and ready to embark on an exciting musical journey. *** Studio Equipment *** The studio lessons take place in the living room with a piano, upright bass, and guitar. Seating is available. *** Travel Equipment *** I use public transportation. I expect the student to provide an instrument and if possible, the book we are working through. Otherwise I will provide the book. *** Specialties *** I specialize in jazz, but can teach classical, rock, pop, funk, r and b,