Devon Taylor Professional Music Lessons
1 hire on Lessons.com
12 years in business
About this pro
Devon Taylor is a freelance musician based in Los Angeles, California. In New Orleans, Devon made a name for himself playing Tuba, Sousaphone and Bass. Devon performs styles of music from Pop to Jazz, Electronic, Rock, Hip Hop, R&b, Latin, Orchestral and more on the Tuba, Bass guitar and Upright bass with artists and musicians around the globe. Devon has performed and or recorded with: John Legend, Muse, Raphael Saadiq, ODESZA, Morrissey, Postmodern Jukebox, Ciara, Preservation Hall, Solange Knowles, Fermin Muguruza, HOLYCHILD and Youngblood Brass Band, to name a few.
Devon is an Alum of Berklee College of music and a graduate from CalARTS
IG: @TUBARED
I connect with people on the deepest of levels from all around the world with my music... that is Powerful.
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Pasadena, CA 91104
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Very patient, great teaching method, knows exactly what to focus on.
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Tailored the lesson to fit my skill level, and made the lesson incredibly informative and fun.
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I found these experiences to be quite helpful ...He helped me see things from a direction and perspective that was refreshingand enlightening ..
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Very personable! Goes direct to the basics and shows you exactly what you can improve and where your previous mistakes were. I recommend!
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FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When taking on a new student I always ask, "what is our goal together?" Where do you want your music to take you? I ask about their inspirations musically and have them play something that is comfortable for them to demonstrate their abilities at their best!
How did you get started teaching?
I have been teaching for 12 years. I started teaching as a music coach in high schools in the SoCal area.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with children as young as 9 years old through high school age, college and adults.
Most of my students currently are in High School, College, or Adult Professional age.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Keep an open mind and the possibilities are endless.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are their goals. What are their concerns.
A good teacher will be able to help you find solutions to what you once considered problems.
Lessons offered
Music Performance Lessons Bass Trombone Lessons Bass Guitar Lessons Double Bass Lessons Music Theory Lessons Tuba Lessons Trumpet Lessons Trombone Lessons Upright Bass Lessons