
Michael M.

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Levels taught:
Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAbout Michael M.
**I am teaching in person lessons!**
Hello, My name is Michael and Im excited to meet you! I've been teaching private & Professional lessons since 1997! I love helping students accomplish their goals like, getting into college, hit auditions, and more, but above all I love to inspire the love of Music and Performance Arts!
Throughout my professional career I have toured and played with bands such as Soul Fire, 3 Door Down, and others, and have performed for companies such as 4 County Players in Virginia, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and Carolina Players in NC. I play multiple instruments from woodwinds, brass, to guitar, mandolin, violin and have training in singing and vocal training and more!
I use a number of established teaching methods to instruct my studies as well as my own methods that I have perfected through my 18+ years of teaching. My philosophy is that it is important to stay fluid and adjust to each student's learning style to create successful students at any age from 3 to 100!
My only goal is to help you reach yours!
--=Materials Used=--
I teach Suzuki Method when appropriate, as well as popular scholastic methods when needed for a school band program however, I mostly teach to the student. Each student gets a unique and personalized experience tailored to their specific goals and needs using a variety of available materials, but above all I strive to teach fun when learning the arts!
-=Methods I Have Used=-
Suzuki
Traditional
Standards of Excellence
Essential Elements
Art of Achievement
Hal Leonard
and more!
Reviews
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Stellar teacher! He really knows his stuff and how to convey it!

I am an adult who has no experience with any type of instrument and was very nervous and intimidated at first. Then I met with Michael, and though there was a ton of information we had to go through, he really made me feel at ease. He has the knowledge, patience, and understanding I was really looking for in a teacher and I'm so happy I found him!

With his flexibility and willingness to accommodate us my daughter learned a lot from him. He was a wonderful teacher and a great person to do business with.

Michael is very energetic and passionate about music. My kids have really enjoyed their time with him and we would recommend him to anyone!
Photos & Videos
11 Photos & VideosExperience
Director and Teacher
Jul 2014 - PresentSouthside Arts Music & Theatre
Direct all studio operations, teach Piano, Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Strings, Singing, Mandolin, Ukulele, Acting and Musical Theatre. Direct and Plan plays and shows as well as licensed musicals. Coordinate with other studios for combined performances and manage students and customer service.
Director and Teacher
Jul 2006 - Jun 2014Sound Movement Performing Arts Academy
Ran and Directed a performing arts school. Taught Musical Theatre, Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Singing, Piano, Strings, Orchestra, Mandolin, Ukulele, and more. Planned performances, shows and concerts for students and guests. Planned and scheduled Dance classes and coordinated combined performances.
Private Lesson Teacher
Nov 1998 - Apr 2006Music and Theatre INC
Taught private lessons all ages and all level for Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Piano, Singing, Mandolin, Ukulele, Strings.
Touring Musician
Sep 1997 - Oct 2005Soul Fire
Played and Toured with Soul Fire, Created two CDs and performed throughout the US
Music Teacher
Jun 1997 - Mar 2002Charlottesville Music
Taught Guitar, Piano, Woodwinds, and Brass to students of all ages!
Education
Developmental Psychology
Sep 2014 - Jun 2017Pennsylvania State University
Child Psychology
Jan 2009 - Sep 2011John Tyler Community College
Music
Jun 1998 - May 2003Piedmont VA Community College
Music
Sep 1999 - Mar 2003Piedmont College
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
Certifications
Suzuki
Sep 2003Suzuki
Music 4 Kids
Apr 2001musid4kids
Awards
Best Music Lessons in Powhatan
Mar 2016Powhatan Today
Better Business Bureau Excellence Award
Oct 2007Better Business Bureau
Charlottesville Music Teacher of the Year
Jul 2000Charlottesville Music
Affiliations
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
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