Writing Classes in McKinney, TX

Years of Experience: 15 Location Options: In Studio Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: I started playing guitar while in high school. I then furthered my studies in guitar at the Atlanta Institute of Music (2 Years) and Georgia Perimeter College (2 Years) where I studied Music Theory and Jazz. While at AIM I performed at the Victor Wooten clinic, and while at GPC, I performed in the GPC Jazz Lab Band for 4 semesters. It was during these few years when I played in several rock, bluegrass and jazz improvisational bands, that played out regularly in Metro-Atlanta. I also have run several "Open Mic Nights" in several restaurants and other local venues. I studied with Trey Wright while at Kennesaw State University and graduated with a B.A. degree in JazzGuitar, with a concentration in Jazz Performance. Through my time at Kennesaw State, I spent 3 years performing in the KSU Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble, and Jazz Combo Bands. Additionally, I have performed in the Lionel Lueke master class and clinic at KSU in 2010. I have been teaching guitar and music since 1999. I have had extensive experience teaching Guitar, Bass, and Mandolin. While teaching, I try to instill an attitude to my students to listen and to dissect every aspect of a musical piece. Additionally, I encourages my students to search out information for themselves. I am currently working with my own Jazz Quartet ("Fuze") and Jazz Guitar Duo, and really enjoying the group musical experience. I believes in a strict observance of “musical etiquette” that requires each player to critically listen to others, as well as listening to themselves. My influences include: Jimi Hendrix, George Benson, Trey Anastasio and Phish, Led Zeppelin, Jon Scofield, Grateful Dead, Sting, Pat Matheny, Pat Martino, Horace Silver, Sam Bush, Yonder Mountain String Band, and Miles Davis. Favorite musical quotes: "The music exists in the universe, and if you're lucky enough, or strong enough, to get your ego out of the way, the music comes through you."-Trey Anastasio "Music is your friend"-Jim Formal Education: Atlanta Institute of Music (1)-Completed an accredited 900 clock hour certificate program in Guitar Performance Georgia Perimeter College (2)-Majored in Music and Composition, with a specialization in Audio Recording and Media Production Kennesaw State University (2)-Received a B.A. in Jazz Guitar while studying under Trey Wright (Squat). Throughout, I played in the KSU Jazz Combos, Jazz Ensemble, and the Jazz Guitar Ensemble. Private Education: Recently I have studied under Trey Wright (4 years). I have also studied under Wes Funderburk (3 years), Tyrone Jackson (2 years), Paul Vogler (2 years) Performing Experience: ldquo;Providence Academy Pep Bandrdquo; (1)-Played guitar in a ten piece band which played at sporting events ldquo;Glock 19rdquo; (1)-Played lead guitar and sang in this heavy thrash metal band ldquo;Seeds of Harmonyrdquo;-(2)-Acoustic project with my brother, I worked the ldquo;boardrdquo; with my Brother Jim, and played guitar. Performances were held at the Old Peculiar Pub in downtown Norcross and included some original songs, mainly cover tunes ldquo;Gooeyrdquo;-(2)-Was an improvisational band dedicated to the spontaneous creation of Jazz, Bluegrass, rock and funk, with a goofy carefree attitude.GoOeY gigged out for two years in different bars such as: Sweetwater Billiards, Garrisons Broiler and Tap, Sports fan, and Sports time. ldquo;Open Mic Atlantardquo; (2)-Hosted an open mic at Cedar Creek Grill Sunday nights. Duties included running the sound and overall atmosphere of the night while ldquo;sitting in with other musicians, some promotion was required. ldquo;Georgia Perimeter College Jazz Lab Bandrdquo; (2)-played guitar in this six piece Jazz combo, we played many a Jazz standard. ldquo;KSU Jazz Guitar Ensemblerdquo; (2)-I was third Guitar in this ensemble playing Jazz standards arranged for 6 guitar players. ldquo;KSU Jazz Combordquo; (2)-I played Guitar in this Six piece jazz band, we played many standards throughout the year. ldquo;KSU Jazz Ensemblerdquo; (2)-played guitar in this 20 piece band directed by Wes Funderburk. We played many standards as well as original pieces ldquo; Jazz Duordquo; (2011-present)-currently performing in this guitar duo with my brother. We play every Sunday at Einsteinrsquo;s Atlanta for their Sunday Brunch ldquo;Fuzerdquo; (2010-present)-Currently rehearsing with this jazz quartet for several upcoming gigs Experience Teaching: St Martinrsquo;s Episcopal Elementary Schoolrdquo; (2000-present) - Presently teaching guitar in the ldquo;Explorersrdquo; after school program Private Lessonsrdquo; (1999-present) I have been teaching privately in the Atlanta area since 1999. I teach all age ranges and ability levels -Education- Degree: Jazz Guitar School: Kennesaw State University Dates: 2011-05

Years of Experience: 10 years Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Genres: RB, Gospel, Pop, Soul, Hip Hop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: In the 6th grade, Denisha turned in a last minute journal entry for a reading assignment and as a surprise to her, her ELA teacher raved to the class saying, 'This is the best one I’ve ever read. I could hear and feel her every word! I felt like I was experiencing the reading all over again.' At this moment, Denisha knew her voice and held power, so she began pouring it into her music. Being so open and unapologetically true to herself with her emotions through music has not only shaped Denisha into who she is as a person, but also influenced her artistry and what she stands for as NISH, the raw and authentic artist from the burbs of New York. Her RB fused Pop sound not only makes any listener feel all the feels, but also encourages a strong, confident, sense of self. While always leading with love and compassion, NISH finds no hesitation making music that reminds herself and all of her supporters to forget what everybody else has to say and break free from the shackles of what is thought to be THE way. Make your own niche. BE your own NISH. Following her own advice has landed NISH on stages like NBC’s The Voice, New Day Associates All Star Fashion Weekend, Belmont University MLK Celebration, Melissa County Celebration of Freedom Festival, and more. With every experience, NISH continues to grow, learn, and pour into those around her as much as they do her. For NISH, this is what keeps the music alive. Formal Education: Belmont University NBCrsquo;s The Voice (Season 20) Private Education: New York Vocal Coaching Performing Experience: NBCrsquo;s The Voice Newday Associates Allstar Fashion Weekend Belmont University MLK Celebration Melissa County Celebration of Freedom Enchant Christmas Dallas by Hallmark Channel Experience Teaching: Warwick Valley Middle School Guitar Club ldquo;A Nish Vocalrdquo; Vocal Lessons Taught at multiple area Montessori schools -Education- Degree: Music Business (Legal Emphasis) School: Belmont University Dates: 2016-08

Years of Experience: 12+ Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Travel Radius: 15 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons Overview: I've enjoyed singing ever since I was a child. I remember being mesmerized hearing the sound of Luciano Pavarotti performing on television when I was five years old, and the electricity it filled me with. From that point on, I knew that I wanted to give that feeling to other people, and I've had the good fortune to do just that fronting my own band in Fort Worth, Texas. I have professional vocal training at Jan Smith Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, whose students include the likes of Rob Thomas, Usher, Collective Soul, and Mastodon, and extensive performing experience under my belt, both with my band and elsewhere. There is nothing I love more than performing music and getting people inspired to feel the same passion and energy for it that I do. Musi is a boundless wellspring of creativity and expression, and I treasure being able to nurture that spark in other people. I am well versed and knowledgeable about a wide variety of music styles, from just about every flavor of rock to country, blues, folk, soul, reggae, RB, pop, gospel, and jazz, and am able to provide quality, relatively-nurturing instruction in voice, songwriting, and lyrical composition. Formal Education: Bachelor's of Science in Integrative Studies (concentrations in Business, communications, and English) University of North Texas, 2016 Private Education: Professional vocal training at Jan Smith Studios in Atlanta, Georgia Performing Experience: Gigging experience around the DFW area with my band, Musial theater and choir experience as a teenager Experience Teaching: Teaching vocals since December 2016. -Education- Degree: Integrative Studies - Business, Communications, and English School: University of North Texas Dates: 2016-05

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Classical, Acoustic, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: Hello everyone! My name is Trevor, and I'm a graduate of Southwestern University, where I earned my Bachelor's of Music in Music Theory/Composition. My musical training began at a very early age, when I was first enrolled in beginning piano lessons at the age of six, but my true passion for music wasn't quite sparked until I started taking guitar lessons when I was eight years old. Thanks to the direction of my various instructors' assignments and some soul-searching through iTunes and, later, Spotify, I swift developed an intensely strong love of practically all things alternative rock. When I joined the Faubion Middle School orchestra in McKinney, Texas during my sixth grade year, I began to learn the viola and, during my many years of orchestra participation, private lessons and college courses, I developed a strong passion for Romantic, Modern and neo-Romantic Classical music. In terms of overall music training, I've currently accrued fourteen years of pop/rock acoustic and electric guitar lessons under my belt, including instruction from Allen, TX based teacher Warren McDonald, a graduate of the University of North Texas' College of Music. I would go on to perform electric guitar in several school pop orchestra performances, playing solos on songs such as "Sunshine of Your Love", by Cream, "Uprising", by Muse, and "Christmas Eve-Saraejvo 12/24", by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. I also got to perform in McKinney High School's 2014 Winter Battle of the Bands, where I played acoustic guitar and sang two originals of mine to much applause and acclaim afterwards! For viola, I've been performing in school orchestras and in various duets and ensembles with fellow students for almost eleven years now and have been enrolled in private lessons that entire time, with these previous two years seeing me studying with Austin Symphony Orchestra violist Blake Turner. In-between 2008 and 2015, I participated in McKinney's UIL Solo and Ensemble concert, often receiving highly rated awards, whether I was playing in my orchestra, as a soloist, in a duet, or an ensemble. At Southwestern University, I performed in something around 2-3 student centered recitals almost every semester, playing about 2-3 solos in each one, so I have lots of performing experience! Including an introductory music theory course during my Senior year of high school, my college has also gifted me with several years of music theory, solfege/ear training, music history, music composition, orchestration, music technology and conducting courses, so I know what I'm doing when it comes to songwriting if that also interests you! Music is beautiful and poetic in more ways than I could possibly describe. It says more than words ever could, so I can't imagine myself living without it, and I'm excited to spread that passion and appreciation to others! -Education- Degree: Bachelor's of Music in Music Theory/Composition School: Southwestern University Dates: 2015-08 Degree: Bachelor's of Music in Music Theory/Composition School: Southwestern University Dates: 2015-08

Years of Experience: 3 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Acoustic, RB, Pop Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Hello students! My name is Ray, I am a multi instrumentalist with over 10 years experience playing the piano, drums, and trumpet. I have devoted my life to playing, writing, and now teaching music. I am a beginner in terms of teaching, however I have a knack for picking up new skills very quickly, especially if they involve music. On piano, I like to play all sorts of styles from classical, to rock, pop, and even a little jazz. I focus more on music theory and improvisational techniques, but have the ability to teach you how to read music as well. On the drums, I can teach you the basics, and get you started with several fun and fresh rock, funk, and jazz grooves and fills, however reading drum music is something I am also very new to. I like to think that I am a strong jam drummer, meaning I can take the dynamic of an ensemble to its high and low limits, helping other musicians to discover and lock in parts of their own compositions. Formal Education: Collin College-Associate of Audio Engineering-currently enrolled Private Education: 8 years of private lessons on trumpet Performing Experience: 14 years of performing experience, including orchestral ensembles, small classical ensemble, jazz ensemble, and several rock ensembles. Experience Teaching: I am new to teaching, I have taught several of my friends how to play basic drums and piano, and how to read and write music. -Education- Degree: Associate of Audio Engineering School: Collin College Dates: 2017-08