About
WHO: I am an experienced and caring instructor. I have been teaching in NYC for the past 25 years (D.M.A. in Music from Columbia University). Master classes all over the world (Europe, South America/Brazil, USA)
All LEVELS AND AGES are welcome.
Styles: Classical, Contemporary music, Brazilian/Bossa Nova and Pop music.
Children welcome (start at 9-10 years old under 12): 45 minutes lesson. .
You are in for a treat and will start enjoying the instrument in no time!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Catering the lesson to his needs and introducing always challenging and exciting (new) music according to his/her level. I work with the student on trying to improve his/h to perfrom he/she will be always up-to-date to TACKLE IT !! Songs, Bossas, Blues, Classical etc. all can be properly played if you have a reasonable technique to work with. - And a kind and enthusiastic teacher.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a professional composer guitarist, musician, theoretician and hold a DMA from Columbia University. look for me in youtube and you will see for yourself. Although I specialize in contemporary music i LOVE TO TEACVH BEGINNERS !! Keep this in mind!!
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$65 per 1 hour/50 minutes lesson at my place. $100 (negotiable) elsewhere. However I am open to negotiate with the students principally if he/she is a beginner... (I have a great PROMOTIONAL PRICE FOR 1st CLASS = $35).
$50 for Children 45 minutes lesson at my place.
How did you get started teaching?
It was a natural way to continue to learn. But I am a professional now, as you can see in my curriculum/ references and a world renown guitarist and composer.
What types of students have you worked with?
All levels
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
A little kid proud to have been able to play his first tune!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Be focused and enjoy the class. Don't take it as an obligation but a place to learn and be free. It will make you smarter and more attentive to details everywhere
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Is this an effective TEACHER with LOTS of EXPERIENCE UNDER HIS BELT? - or is this guy someone trying to make a buck with 3 chords he learnt not long ago? ---> Be aware from which hands you are learning from. AND READ THE REFERENCES!!!