Academic Activities in New Lenox, IL

Years of Experience: 1 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 15-25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Jerry, Singer-Songwriter/Guitarist for 12 years. I love music in totality, from the lowest blues to the highest symphony. I strongly believe in developing creativity and practice into a fine tuned craft. Formal Education: Joliet West High School - Graduated May 2011 Columbia College Chicago - August 2012 - Jan 2013 Joliet Junior College - August 2013 - Current Private Education: Ryan Bennett - Jan. 2011 - July 2013 Classical Vocal Instructor Kayla Bailey - Apr. 2016 - Current Contemporary Vocal/Songwriting/Performance Instructor Paul Castelluzzo - June 2016 - Current Guitar/Music Theory/Jazz Harmony Instructor Performing Experience: I have performed several banquets, benefits, and concerts as a guitarist in the Joliet West High School Jazz Ensemble. Experience playing open jams/mics, one of which being The Kingston Mines in Chicago, IL. Performed at The PAWS Benefit Banquit in Gaelic Park with a group of other local musicians. Experience Teaching: Freelance teaching people of all ages -Reviews- Name: AD Date: 2016-11-02 02:29:28 Title: Really encouraging and friendly person Body: Jerry is a very dedicated teacher and easily adaptable to any individuals skill level or understanding. Always ready to come up with the best way to explain concepts albeit beginner or advanced. His personability makes him easy to get along with and makes him not only a great teacher but encouraging friend. His easy going nature relieves tension and eases frustration.