Benji K. Daniels Academy

I was born and raised in Chicago, Lincoln Park/ Old Town

area. I went to the Berklee College of Music where I majored in

Performance my principle instrument being Bass. Upon graduating in

2018 I have been performing and producing in the Chicago music scene.

I've also started my own music program which focuses on helping young

musicians gather all the skills and materials they need for

auditions/portfolios for College.

My teaching style is based on the fact that music is a language. I

believe when we play music we should strive to play with the same

sensitivity, empathy, and care that you use when you talk with your

peers. For me, music is a conversation, the most uplifting part about

it is the way it allows you to connect with the people around you. I

teach students this by starting and ending every lesson with a brief

improvised duet. I also go over music theory with students and help

them create a conceptual understanding that will help them not only in

the classroom, but during their performances as well.