Jazz Classes in Lubbock, TX

Years of Experience: 25 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Blues, Jazz, Classical Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: Roula holds Two Masters degree in Musicology from the University of Holy Spirit in 1987 and in Music Composition from the University of New Orleans in 2008,where she received a full scholarship . She is currently a Phd student and a teaching assistantin Music Composition at Texas Tech University in Lubbock. She has also obtained a teaching degree in Piano Performance as well as a BA in music theory from the Lebanese Higher Conservatory of Music in 2002. She isalso first prize winner of the Do Majeure Lebanesenationalpiano competition in 2000.She has taught piano for more than twenty years at the Holy Spirit University in Lebanon. Roula is fluent in French, Arabic and English. Private Education: Roula started taking private lessons in piano since she was seven years old. At the age of eleven she became a piano student in the Lebanese Higher Conservatory of Music, where she obtained later in teaching degree in piano performance. Performing Experience: Roula has played piano in several venues in Lebanon, including 5 stars hotels such as Phynicia and Jefinor Hotels. She has also performed in different television programs such as Do Majeure, where she was first prize winner of that program. She has regularly performed in the Community Unitarian Universalist Church in New Orleans, where she was the Music Director for two years. Experience Teaching: Roula has an extensive experience in piano teaching. She has given private lessons for more than 20 continuous years. She was also a piano instructor at the University of the Holy Spirit in Lebanon as well as at the University of New Orleans in the US. She can teach all ages and all levels. Her area of concentration is classical music, but she can easily teach beginner students in Jazz and Blues.

Years of Experience: 25 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 0 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, RB Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: I teach sound drumming fundamentals and techniques to prepare for rock bands, school bands, orchestras, marching band drum-lines, drum corps, solos and ensemble playing. I emphasize stick-control, traditional and hybrid (contemporary) rudiments, reading drum music and performance pieces. I prepare the student to move into any style of music. I have 25 year professional drumming experience and am now accepting a limited number of new students for private lessons.

Years of Experience: 2 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 14 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: Hi, my name is Collin and I am a percussionist from the Houston Bay Area. I have been a student of music for as long as I can remember. My musical style is influenced by a lot of 90?s rock and modern age hip hop. My teaching style can best be described as philosophical and student driven. My teaching philosophy can best be described by saying that ?If you can do it slow, you can do it fast.? In my lessons, you can expect to learn rhythms, basic music theory and song writing techniques. My favorite thing about teaching is learning from the student. My favorite performance was at the Houston Rodeo livestock fair grounds. I primarily teach music production and drums but I can also teach guitar and piano. My approach as a music teacher is to hope that my students can apply aspects of our lessons to achieve success in other areas. Thanks for taking a look at my profile. Hope to meet you soon!

Years of Experience: 1 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 45 Genres: Classical, Christian Age Groups: Children, Young Adult Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons Overview: Hi, my name is Rachel and I am a vocalist from Lubbock, Texas! I have been a musician for 15 years. My high school voice teacher was my biggest musical influence. She taught me so much about life and the great love of music. My teaching style can best be described as classically Broadway. Classical training is important in any genre of music: choral, broadway, jazz, etc.. My teaching philosophy is to work hard and have fun! In my lessons, you can expect to get a good workout : I will teach important breathing techniques, posture, sight reading and most important, voice. I like to tell my students you can be any character and many characters in music. My favorite thing about teaching is the uniqueness of each students voice. I look forward to getting to know each student and learning about your specific goals, interests, and learning style. Book a lesson now and get connected right away! Hope to meet you soon!

Years of Experience: 20 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 19 Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: I have been playing and teaching clarinet, saxophone, oboe, flute, and bassoon for more than 20 years, most of my students become professional musicians, they become members of orchestra, jazz bands, concert bands, and solo performers. My goal for all my students is to have a proper education in music and become a professional in their musical journey. I am a very dedicated and open-minded teacher.

Years of Experience: 15 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 21 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Hi, my name is William / Bill, and I am a professional guitarist and bassist from Lubbock, TX. I have been a student of music for more than 35 years. My musical influences include Eric Clapton, Lindsey Buckingham, David Gilmore and George Benson and I also enjoy all new styles of Rock, Blues and Country. My teaching style can best be described as very instructive and fun and I love to instruct students in a variety of different styles and techniques that assist with live playing and recording original material. My teaching philosophy can best be described by saying that I love all kinds of music and love to see students grow into exceptional players, performers and recording artists. In my lessons, you can expect to learn basic, intermediate and advanced skill sets that help your playing soar to new levels. You can expect to learn your favorite songs and add creative styles to enhance each and every composition and performance. I like to tell my students that personal passion is key to opening any musical door and with dedication, they can create an atmosphere of fun and joy in every chord, riff and melody they make. My favorite thing about teaching is getting to know my students and experiencing what musical influences and ideas they have in playing style and what excites them about the guitar. Also, I love to witness a student achieving goals and dreams that they thought were previously too difficult or unattainable. It is simply amazing to see students excelling to a level they thought they would never achieve and then soaring beyond. My favorite performance was witnessing a student gain a triumphant command over performing live and dazzling audiences with personal achievements never thought possible. My students love that I am plugged into every style, tone and idea that is cutting edge. Not only looking at the basic mechanics, I love to engage students with their influences and teach things that motivate them form their own personal musical experiences. I primarily teach guitar method and the theory behind critical techniques in all styles, but I can also teach contemporary fun music from the student's personal choices that tie the two together. This creates a fun learning atmosphere that enhances student motivation to continue to try new ideas constantly. My approach as a teacher is to motivate students to learn the foundations of core music, but to apply that learning to their own musical style and technique. Thanks so much for taking a look at my profile and I hope to meet you very soon, and remember to keep on playing always! -Education- Degree: English/Creative Writing School: Texas Tech University Dates: 1995-09 Degree: Master's Education School: Texas Tech University Dates: 2004-12 Degree: Master's Education School: Texas Tech University Dates: 2004-12 Degree: Master's Education School: Texas Tech University Dates: 2004-12

Years of Experience: 7 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Acoustic, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: Justin began playing guitar and piano at the age of 7. Over the years, he developed his skills further by attending music lessons, and furthering development of skills by practicing nearly every day for more than 6 years. Though Justin can teach many different genres of music, his musical personal favorites are classical, psychedelic rock, jazz, and hip-hop which had great influence on his style of playing. Justin loves music because it speaks to his past, and provides and an outlet for emotions in a positive manner, and loves teaching music because he wants to share this joy. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, Justin can help you expand and enhance your playing. Justin is excited to learn how he can help you reach your musical goals. Sign up now to schedule a meeting! Private Education: Private classical piano instruction Performing Experience: Performed multiple recitals over many years, with classical composers, and self composed pieces.

Years of Experience: 13 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 15 Genres: Rock, Jazz, Classical Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons Overview: Jonathan Jo, classical and contemporary singer/composer/conductor/pianist/theorist, enjoys a schedule as a sought musician. Raised singing and playing church music, Jonathan developed a musical passion at an early age and continues to channel that through sacred and secular genres today. As a conductor, he has had the privilege of directing collegiate ensembles for such schools as The University of Southern Mississippi, Texas State University, and The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. As a collaborative pianist, Jonathan has worked with wonderful musicians in collegiate, secondary, and sacred fields performing for solo and choral concerts, recitals, and services of worship. In the contemporary/pop field, Jonathan embraces opportunities to perform making him an eclectic and versatile musician collaborating to create a collage of contemporary and classical music, a unique aspect of his artistry. Jonathan’s music has taken him around the world conducting and performing throughout Europe, South Korea, Canada, and Mexico. Jonathan holds the Master of Music, the Bachelor of Music, the graduate certificate in worship leadership, and has completed coursework toward a doctorate in music and a doctorate in worship studies. He has held employment appointments with Texas Tech University, Angelina College, The University of Southern Mississippi, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Texas State University. Some of his noted pedagogues include conductors, Gregory A. Fuller, John Flanery, Joey Martin, Lynn Brinckmeyer, and David Guess, pianist, Robert Steinbauer, vocalist Guy Wilson, and theorists, Peter Martens, David Forrest, Matthew Santa, Lon Chaffin, Russell Riepe, and Joe Brumbeloe. Jonathan is currently Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Slaton, TX and sings as a tenor with the Singing Men of West Texas. Formal Education: Degrees/Credentials bull; DWS Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies Jacksonville, FL in progress bull; Certificate in Worship Leadership Liberty University Lynchburg, VA 2015 bull; MM in Choral Conducting Texas State University San Marcos, TX 2007 bull; BM in Church Music Vocal Concentration The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX 2005 Additional Studies bull; Courses Texas AM University 2015 bull; Courses Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary 2014-2015 bull; Courses Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX 2013-2014 bull; Courses University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS 2010-2011 bull; Courses Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Ft. Worth, TX 2008 bull; Courses Austin Community College Austin, TX 2000-2001 Performing Experience: bull; Keyboard experience including recording session accompanist for the first ever recording of the Tuskegee Airmen Fight Song bull; Music and speaking engagements in hundreds of churches, conferences (local, state, national, and international), schools, venues, and institutions in multiple states and countries bull; Conductor of collegiate and church ensembles bull; Tenor in great choral ensembles including professional groups: The Singing Men of West Texas, The Texas Vocal Artists Ensemble, Southern Chorale, Texas State Chorale, and performances with professional group, Conspirare bull; Significant travels across Europe, Asia, and North America including significant venues bull; Worship leader for Mary Hardin-Baylor Chapel service featuring Gov. Rick Perry as speaker Experience Teaching: bull; Postgraduate, graduate, and undergraduate studies bull; Employment appointments at Texas Tech University, The University of Southern Mississippi, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Texas State University bull; College teaching experience at Angelina College and Texas Tech University bull; Writing experience for papers, blogs, studies, messages/speeches, lessons, and books bull; Music and speaking engagements in hundreds of churches, conferences (local, state, national, and international), schools, venues, and institutions in multiple states and countries bull; Conductor of collegiate and church ensembles bull; Invited keynote speaker and teacher for church music and worship conference in Romania

Years of Experience: 9 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Orchestral Lessons Overview: Rafael is a candidate for the Doctor of Musical Arts, Saxophone Performance, at Texas Tech University where he studies with Professor David Dees. Rafael has performed across the nation, as a freelance woodwind musician, with RB artist Sean Fresh. Along with Sean Fresh, he has performed with artists Big Piph, Dazz Brie, Kwestion, Bijioux, The Big Dam Horns, Nick Broadway, Off the Cuff Ensemble, Queen Anne’s Revenge, and The Hot Springs Village Pit Orchestra. Rafael’s accomplishments include performances at the NASA Region IV Conference, CMS South Central Conference, SCI Conference, and Mana Saxophone Institute. Along with these conference performances, he has performed with the Sherman Symphony, Little Rock Wind Symphony, CBDNA Intercollegiate Band, AIB Intercollegiate Band, and Stardust Big Band. He also won the 2015 State MTNA Young Artist Competition and 2014 President’s Concert at Henderson State University. Outside of performing, Rafael has taught woodwinds since 2010. As a teacher, he takes pride in believing that every student can accomplish their goal through consistent hard work. In lessons, the number one rule is that a student should not use the word can’t. In music, anything can be learned, with the will to learn. Rafael is a passionate teacher who believes music should be an amazing experience for all. Among teaching at various schools in Central Arkansas, East Texas, and West Texas, Rafael has also been a clinician at the Texas AM University-Commerce Clarinet Colloquium. Rafael is a graduate of Henderson State University, and Texas AM University-Commerce, where he received his BM, and MM respectively. Rafael’s primary teachers are Dr. Steve Becraft, Dr. Jennifer Amox, Dr. Chris Beaty, Dr. Mary Druhan, and Dr. Julee Walker. -Education- Degree: Bachelor of Music- Instrumental Performance School: Henderson State University Dates: 2009-08 Degree: Master of Music- Woodwind Performance School: Texas AM University-Commerce Dates: 2016-08 Degree: Doctorate of Musical Arts- Saxophone Performance School: Texas Tech University Dates: 2018-08

Years of Experience: 12 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 30 Genres: Jazz, Classical Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: With more than 10 years of teaching experience, Uzziel is currently working on his Doctorate in Piano Performance at Texas Tech University, where he is also a ClassPiano andPrivate Piano Instructor as well as an active accompanist. He specializes in music from the classical piano repertoire but feels equally at home teaching pop music. He also has some basic knowledge of jazz. Formal Education: BMEd. University of Texas at Brownsville. Master of Music in Music Ed. UT Brownsville. DMA Piano Performance, in progress. Texas Tech Univ. Student of Dr. William Westney. #160; Private Education: Master Classes with: Tamas Ungar (TCU) Marian Hahn (Peabody Conservatory) Alexander Shtarkman (Peabody Conservatory) among others #160; Performing Experience: Piano solo and chamber music recitals in Mexico and in Texas (Brownsville, Austin, San Antonio, McAllen, Lubbock) Great experience as an accompanist for all kinds of instrumentalists and larger ensembles such as choirs. #160; Experience Teaching: UT Brownsville 2002-2009: Private Piano, Piano Class, Aural Skills, Music History. Texas Tech, Fall 2009-Present: Private Piano, Piano Class. #160; #160;

Years of Experience: 25 Location Options: In Home Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: Hi, my name is Danny and I am a trombonist and composer from West Texas. I have been a student of music for 35 years. My musical influences include movie composers such as Danny Elfman and John Williams, and Jazz composers and musicians such as Count Basie and Frank Rosolino to name a few. I also enjoy playing golf. My teaching style can best be described as psychological and empathetic. My teaching philosophy can best be described by saying that I teach students technique and then how to use that technique to manipulate the emotions of the listener. In my lessons, you can expect to learn proficiency and the effect of the human emotion through music. I like to tell my students practice doesn't make perfect....perfect practice makes perfect. My favorite thing about teaching is seeing my students succeed in auditions and having the parents thank me when my students are happy being in top bands. My favorite performance was Santa Clara Vanguard when they won DCI championship with Phantom of the Opera in 1989 or 1990. My students love that I am more patient than i should be and when i give them visualizations of the music they are playing. I primarily teach trombone, but I can also teach Baritone, and Trumpet. My approach as a teacher is to assess the student's skill level or potential and write lessons to nurture each student's individual proficiency. Thanks for taking a look at my profile. Hope to meet you soon!