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Ukulele with Tina D.

Tampa, Florida

4.7
(97)
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 10+
Speaks English, Italian
Teaching since 2004
Doctor of Musical Arts

    About Tina D.

    4.7
    (97)
    Hello! I've been teaching private lessons for over 15 years. I am Associate Director of Bands at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL. I have degrees in music education and conducting, and I was a high school music teacher & band director in the Philadelphia area for 7 years. I also work as a freelance musician. I'm looking forward to making music with you! Your lesson specifics are up to you! If you know what you want to learn, I'll help get you there. If you don't know where to start, I can lead you through the fundamentals and help you set goals. I like to keep things positive in music lessons. Music is, after all, for fun and enjoyment! I like to blend teaching technique and musicianship, while keeping things fun. If you're a beginner, we'll get started with all the fundamentals you need to begin making music. If you've been playing for a while, I'll help you perfect things you've been working on, expand your musical experience, and help you reach your fullest potential as a musician. Online lessons are a wonderful option! I am flexible with scheduling and allow changes up to 24-hours before a scheduled lesson.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    2 PM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    8 AM-3 PM
    Wednesday
    1 PM-4 PM
    Thursday
    8 AM-12 PM
    12:30 PM-2 PM
    Saturday
    6 AM-11 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $30
    45 minutes
    $45
    60 minutes
    $60
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    4.7
    97 Reviews
    louis
    Online
    She helped me considerably in a Short amount of time. I’ll practice these things and then go back for another lesson.
    Posted Mar 30, 2024
    louis
    Online
    She helped me considerably in a Short amount of time. I’ll practice these things and then go back for another lesson.
    Posted Mar 30, 2024
    Joseph
    Online
    A great teacher who doesn't get frustrated. She has incredible teaching methods. I look forward to more lessons with her.
    Posted Feb 6, 2024
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    Experience

    Associate Director of Bands

    Jul, 2021 - Present

    University of South Florida

    Director of the USF Symphonic Band Director of the Rumble Pep Band Assistant Director of the Herd of Thunder Marching Band I teach courses in conducting and music education

    Band Director/Music Teacher

    Aug, 2011 - Jun, 2018

    Ridley High School

    I taught high school concert band and marching band, as well as music theory and other general music subjects.

    Clarinet Teacher

    Jan, 2008 - Dec, 2009

    Nelly Berman Music School

    I taught private clarinet lessons at this music school.

    Education

    Bachelor of Music, Music Education

    Sep, 2006 - May, 2010

    Temple University

    Doctor of Musical Arts

    Jul, 2018 - May, 2021

    University of Miami

    Master of Music, Wind Conducting

    Sep, 2014 - May, 2018

    West Chester University

    Certifications

    Music, K-12

    May, 2010

    Temple University

    Awards

    First Prize - Conducting Competition - Premio Frederick Fennell Concorso Internazionale per Direttori d'Orchestra di Fiati

    Nov, 2021

    Premio Frederick Fennell Concorso Internazionale per Direttori d'Orchestra di Fiati

    Affiliations

    National Association for Music Education

    Jan, 2010

    Founded 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.

    Pennsylvania Music Educators Association

    Jan, 2010

    PMEA is a statewide nonprofit organization of over 4,500 members, dedicated to promoting the musical development of all Pennsylvanians. The present membership evolved from a small group of band directors dating from 1933. Today, the organization includes those engaged in music instruction at all levels, from preschool through college and university, as well as those in the music industry, merchandising and publishing. The organization promotes and supports quality music education, learning and performance as well as promoting and supporting music education in schools and communities. PMEA is affiliated with The National Association for Music Education, NAfME.

    Languages

    Italian

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

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