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Gio A.
New York, New York
Percussion lessons from an experienced musician and teacher
I have been playing drum kit and percussion for over ten years and teaching for about seven. I've played a little bit of everything - pop, rock, punk, hip-hop, ska/reggae, blues, jazz, and even musical theater. In addition to drum kit, I can play and teach hand drums (djembe and conga) in contemporary or traditional African, Latin, American styles. I'm happy to share my skills and expertise with drummers of all ages and skill levels.
About Gio A.

I studied music at UCF (Orlando), focusing on classical and jazz guitar, but I also have years of experience playing rock, blues, folk, hip-hop, and musical theater on both guitar and drums. I have been teaching guitar, drums, and piano for about eight years to students of all ages. Music is what I'm passionate about and it's what I enjoy. I want to inspire that same passion into the hearts and minds of others. *** Lesson Details *** I am a laid-back teacher, fun, and I focus on the needs, abilities, and ambitions of the student. In turn, students must realize that learning an instrument takes a lot of work and dedication. One can't expect to learn very much if s/he only practices or thinks about the instrument during the lesson. If the student is willing to put some time into practicing, then I will help them go far! *** Studio Equipment *** I have several guitars, a drum kit, djembe, mandolin, clarinet and full-size keyboard. *** Specialties *** Guitar: Classical, jazz, American or Irish folk, rock and pop; lead or rhythm. Drums & Percussion: All genres Piano: Classical (includes sight reading)

Teaches all skill levels

Teaching since 2005

BA Music

Teaches ages 1+

Speaks Spanish, English

Has background check

Instructor details
Subject: Percussion
Acoustic Guitar
Banjo
Bass Guitar
Bluegrass Guitar
Blues Guitar
Bodhran
Bongo
Clarinet
Classical Guitar
Classical Piano
Conga Drums
Djembe
Drums
Ear Training
Fiddle
Flute
Guitar
Hand Drums
Harmonica
Mandolin
Music Theory
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Tin Whistle
Trumpet
Ukulele
Violin
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
This teacher is not currently accepting students
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Online

Sure had fun and Gio gave me a lot of homework. This is good. I'm starting to get a good understanding of the Harmonica.

Posted Jun 30, 2020
Online

A great introduction to a Harmonica. Looking forward to my next lesson.

Posted Jun 17, 2020
Teacher's Studio

Is a very good teacher he's very patient.

Posted Dec 13, 2019
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Band Director
Jan 2017 - Present
MS 244
As of January 2017, I am the band director at the New School for Leadership and the Arts in Kingsbridge (MS244 in the Bronx). I work with grades 6-8 in varying class sizes, teaching strings (violin, cello), brass (trumpet), woodwinds (clarinet, flute, saxophones), guitar, piano, bass, and drums. More than anything, I teach my students how to play as an ensemble, no matter their individual skill level.
Music Instructor
Jan 2005 - Present
Private Music Lessons
I began teaching guitar and drums in 2005, with students of all ages. I've taught both individual lessons and group lessons on both, and I've worked with young children (even infants and toddlers), teenagers, and adults. Over the years, I have also taken on students of percussion, harmonica, piano, mandolin, and bass guitar as well.
Music Teacher
Oct 2009 - Jun 2010
Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation
I taught an after-school rock band class to middle-school-aged students. Bands consisted of guitar, keyboard, drums, and bass guitar.
Academic Tutor
Sep 2008 - Aug 2009
Notre Dame Americorps
I volunteered with AmeriCorps, tutoring ESOL students in English and other academic subjects, as well as SAT Math prep, and assisted the school's band director with music classes.
Assistant Teacher
Jan 2005 - May 2005
A Gift For Music
I helped teach violin to a class of third graders.
BA Music
Aug 2004 - May 2008
University of Central Florida
English
Native Proficiency
Spanish
Professional Proficiency

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Instructor details
Subject: Percussion
Acoustic Guitar
Banjo
Bass Guitar
Bluegrass Guitar
Blues Guitar
Bodhran
Bongo
Clarinet
Classical Guitar
Classical Piano
Conga Drums
Djembe
Drums
Ear Training
Fiddle
Flute
Guitar
Hand Drums
Harmonica
Mandolin
Music Theory
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Tin Whistle
Trumpet
Ukulele
Violin
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
This teacher is not currently accepting students