About
The Bayport School f Music has been in Business at the current location for 20 years. The school is directed by Dr. David Doig who has an earned doctorate in classical guitar performance and has performed a solo debut recital at Carnegie hall.
I enjoy working with students from beginners through professional levels!
Dr. David Doig has extensive experience in musical performance, education and business. He is the owner of The Bayport School of Music, founded in 1996. The school provides music lessons to the local community and encourages students to experience the joy of music. He is the most patient teacher you will find!
Dr. Doig holds an earned Doctorate in Classical Guitar Performance from The State University of New York at Stony Brook. He performed a solo debut at Carnegie Hall in 1991 to a sold out audience at Weill Recital hall. The New York Times commented “played splendidly”. Dr. Doig has been a full time Associate Professor at Five Towns College and an adjunct Associate Professor in an interdisciplinary capacity, teaching both music and business courses.
David Doig is a signed recording artist with Musea Records. “The Bridge” recording with the progressive rock group Cathedral earned accolades as one of the top 20 progressive recordings released in 2007 receiving rave reviews from Metal Hammer Magazine and many others, surpassing releases from such legendary performers such as David Gilmore of Pink Floyd and many other recognized established performers in this genre. Doctor Doig’ s ground breaking “Solo Music for Acoustic Guitar” released in 2006 redefined what a Solo Acoustic guitar could do as far as combining Classical Guitar technique with elements of improvisation within a solo guitar context. David released a new solo acoustic guitar recording in 2012 titled “Guitar Dreams” and a new ensemble project with the lead singer from Cathedral, Paul Seal. The new group is called “Beacon” and the recording is titled “First Light”.
Specialties
Musical styles
Guitar style
Has instrument
Years experience
Able to read music
Lesson length
Student's age
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I don't think there is a typical process for working with a new student. Each student is unique is some respect and I try to tailor my teaching approach to the needs of every student. This is an area where my extensive teaching experience an expertise on an instrument may help a student determine the best direction for their lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
21 years as the Owner of The Bayport School of Music
A Doctorate, Masters, and BA in The Performance of Music From Stony Brook University.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$80.00 - an Hour
$60.00 45 minutes
$40.00 30 minutes
How did you get started teaching?
I taught at many music studios, schools and Colleges including:
The Music Emporium
Focus II Guitar Center
The Knox School
Stony Brook University
Five Towns College
What types of students have you worked with?
Student Ranging in age from 4-87
Guitar students
Piano Students
Bass Guitar Students
Ukuele Students
Saxophone Students
Clarinet Students
Flute Students
Violin Students
Cello Students
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I have a not for profit organization called "The Muse Within" which recently presented Two events over the summer at local Gazebos in the towns of Bayport and Sayville. You can view some of the performances on my Facebook Page.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for experience and skill on an instrument and most important you must really connect with the teacher!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What kind of music do you want to learn? What songs would you like to learn? Who are your favorite artists?