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Rochester, NY
5 semesters of music theory during my bachelor's degree, and two semesters of jazz composition lessons during my master's degree.
5 semesters of music theory during my bachelor's degree, and two semesters of jazz composition lessons during my master's degree.

Flushing, NY
I don't like the term music theory very much. Music is all about the practical! So let's call it understanding how music works, and what makes music sound good. Learn all about scales, intervals, chords, harmonic progression,...
I don't like the term music theory very much. Music is all about the practical! So let's call it understanding how music works, and what makes music sound good. Learn all about scales, intervals, chords, harmonic progression,...

New York, NY
Trained in theory for 15+ years. Studied and applied classical theory on collegiate and professional level through membership in classical choir and ensemble and through vocal & piano training. 10+ years of jazz harmony (theory) study through the...
Trained in theory for 15+ years. Studied and applied classical theory on collegiate and professional level through membership in classical choir and ensemble and through vocal & piano training. 10+ years of jazz harmony (theory) study through the...

Lynbrook, NY
While at Ithaca I was required to take a variety of Music Theory courses as a part of my BM music degree, where I gained strong skills in notating and analyzing music. I also have a few years experience tutoring young children, teens, and...
While at Ithaca I was required to take a variety of Music Theory courses as a part of my BM music degree, where I gained strong skills in notating and analyzing music. I also have a few years experience tutoring young children, teens, and...

Rochester, NY
I have spent my life studying music theory. My passion is jazz music, which directed me towards studying music theory. I have taken 4 courses at Eastman School of Music on classical theory. This includes everything from...
I have spent my life studying music theory. My passion is jazz music, which directed me towards studying music theory. I have taken 4 courses at Eastman School of Music on classical theory. This includes everything from...
We’ve had a handful of sax lessons with Jordan now, and my kid is really enjoying it. This is a really new instrument for us, and Jordan was so attentive and observant that he was able to instruct Max even though Zoom on how to m... - Tina, 101 lessons with Jordan

Brooklyn, NY
I have extensive experience in music theory, leading to my Masters of Music from the prestigious New England Conservatory. I studied classical, jazz and world music theory, and have experience with west African traditional music and...
I have extensive experience in music theory, leading to my Masters of Music from the prestigious New England Conservatory. I studied classical, jazz and world music theory, and have experience with west African traditional music and...

Brooklyn, NY
Upright Bass Lessons, Electric Bass Lessons, Beginner Piano, Beginner Guitar, Jazz Improvisation Lessons, Composition Lessons, Music Theory, Music History, Jazz History, Ear Training, General Music
Upright Bass Lessons, Electric Bass Lessons, Beginner Piano, Beginner Guitar, Jazz Improvisation Lessons, Composition Lessons, Music Theory, Music History, Jazz History, Ear Training, General Music

New York, NY
Hello! I am an opera singer and recent graduate from the Mannes School of Music in Manhattan with a Masters in Voice. I've graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a BFA in Vocal Performance. I have been formally trained in Classical singing...
Hello! I am an opera singer and recent graduate from the Mannes School of Music in Manhattan with a Masters in Voice. I've graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a BFA in Vocal Performance. I have been formally trained in Classical singing...

Jamaica, NY
Teaching AP music theory for 5 years
Teaching AP music theory for 5 years

New York, NY
This is a skill that musicians have when they are able to both hear a pitch and identify it without reference, or produce a note. This combined with my knowledge of music theory makes me intimately familiar with Ear Training.
This is a skill that musicians have when they are able to both hear a pitch and identify it without reference, or produce a note. This combined with my knowledge of music theory makes me intimately familiar with Ear Training.

Mount Vernon, NY
Sanderling (masterclasses), M.Rosa Oubiña de Castro (piano), G.Gandini (composition). I teach from 1977: Music (High School), Piano, Viola, Harmony, Analysis, Music Theory, Music History, Opera Repertoire, Lied Accompanying, Orchestra...
Sanderling (masterclasses), M.Rosa Oubiña de Castro (piano), G.Gandini (composition). I teach from 1977: Music (High School), Piano, Viola, Harmony, Analysis, Music Theory, Music History, Opera Repertoire, Lied Accompanying, Orchestra...

New York, NY
I have composed for solo instruments, chamber ensembles, and full orchestra and written pieces for events such as the Walden School Young Musicians' Program. I scored a 5 on the AP Music Theory exam and am currently in my fourth...
I have composed for solo instruments, chamber ensembles, and full orchestra and written pieces for events such as the Walden School Young Musicians' Program. I scored a 5 on the AP Music Theory exam and am currently in my fourth...

New York, NY
I am a professional performer, composer, arranger, studio musician and producer. As an experienced teacher of composition, arranging, orchestration, music theory and guitar for 20 years, I have developed teaching methods for improving...
I am a professional performer, composer, arranger, studio musician and producer. As an experienced teacher of composition, arranging, orchestration, music theory and guitar for 20 years, I have developed teaching methods for improving...

Brooklyn, NY
I graduated from the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts and was selected to participate in the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program for young composers at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC. I am proficient in music theory and music...
I graduated from the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts and was selected to participate in the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program for young composers at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC. I am proficient in music theory and music...

New York, NY
I am a multifaceted musician with busy career as a conductor, arranger, pianist, and teaching artist. I call myself an “artrepreneur.” I founded my own orchestra called Ensemble 212 in New York and we have received critical acclaim for our...
I am a multifaceted musician with busy career as a conductor, arranger, pianist, and teaching artist. I call myself an “artrepreneur.” I founded my own orchestra called Ensemble 212 in New York and we have received critical acclaim for our...

New York, NY
I have 25+ years experience teaching music theory from beginner concepts to advanced harmony and counterpoint. In addition to helping high school students prepare for the AP music theory exam, I have students of all ages who have...
I have 25+ years experience teaching music theory from beginner concepts to advanced harmony and counterpoint. In addition to helping high school students prepare for the AP music theory exam, I have students of all ages who have...

Rochester, NY
I have degrees in music theory from McGill University and the Eastman School of Music. I've been teaching theory at the college level for 25 years, and have developed lots of ways of approaching the material for students of all levels...
I have degrees in music theory from McGill University and the Eastman School of Music. I've been teaching theory at the college level for 25 years, and have developed lots of ways of approaching the material for students of all levels...

Rochester, NY
I have experience in composing music in Sibelius, as well as by hand on paper. I have over a decade of musical experience and have taken college-level courses in music theory. I can sight-read, edit and evaluate compositions in order to...
I have experience in composing music in Sibelius, as well as by hand on paper. I have over a decade of musical experience and have taken college-level courses in music theory. I can sight-read, edit and evaluate compositions in order to...

Huntington, NY
I have a BA in Music Composition from Berklee where we had to compose a 10 minute classical symphony performed by Boston Symphony to graduate. I teach music theory and composition. My speciality is teaching how to improvise. I use a series...
I have a BA in Music Composition from Berklee where we had to compose a 10 minute classical symphony performed by Boston Symphony to graduate. I teach music theory and composition. My speciality is teaching how to improvise. I use a series...

Astoria, NY
I have also taken the Certificate of Merit exams in California, completing grades 1-10 and advanced I and II. I have also studied music theory and history during those times.
I have also taken the Certificate of Merit exams in California, completing grades 1-10 and advanced I and II. I have also studied music theory and history during those times.
Derek maintained an upbeat and encouraging coaching-style of teaching. He was able to break down some topics I was really struggling with for my Java class at university until I could understand them. He did not make me feel dumb ... - Lucie, 18 lessons with Derek

New York, NY
Andrés Ayola is a first-generation Colombian-American oboist based in New York City. His versatile playing takes him from large concert halls to broadway cabarets. He’s performed with the Latin American Chamber Players, and was featured with...
Andrés Ayola is a first-generation Colombian-American oboist based in New York City. His versatile playing takes him from large concert halls to broadway cabarets. He’s performed with the Latin American Chamber Players, and was featured with...

New York, NY
I’d be thrilled to work with you on drums, composition, songwriting, piano/keyboards, music production, electronic music, music theory; poetry, fiction, non-fiction, academic, and application writing; analog and digital...
I’d be thrilled to work with you on drums, composition, songwriting, piano/keyboards, music production, electronic music, music theory; poetry, fiction, non-fiction, academic, and application writing; analog and digital...

New York, NY
As an award-winning music educator and performer, I bring unparalleled expertise to private music lessons. I hold degrees from Eastman and Berklee and have received prestigious honors, such as the Outstanding Trumpet Soloist award (elected by...
As an award-winning music educator and performer, I bring unparalleled expertise to private music lessons. I hold degrees from Eastman and Berklee and have received prestigious honors, such as the Outstanding Trumpet Soloist award (elected by...

New York, NY
I have successfully completed rigorous courses in music theory, time periods, history, and analysis. Studies included historical representation, history of marching band, history of opera, and music composition. All courses completed at the...
I have successfully completed rigorous courses in music theory, time periods, history, and analysis. Studies included historical representation, history of marching band, history of opera, and music composition. All courses completed at the...

Brooklyn, NY
I have my bachelor of fine arts in Jazz and Contemporary Music and my master of arts Management & Entrepreneurship at The New School in New York City. I've worked as a guitar/bass teacher, a general music theory and a...
I have my bachelor of fine arts in Jazz and Contemporary Music and my master of arts Management & Entrepreneurship at The New School in New York City. I've worked as a guitar/bass teacher, a general music theory and a...
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