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An Innovative Approach to Understanding Music

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Hi folks. I have been studying music for 37 years, including a BA in Jazz Performance from The University Of North Texas. I remember as a child how hard it was to find out how music really works!!! Why do some chords go here, and others go there? How do notes fit together to make chords? What scales do you play over certain chords? Well while helping my son with his 6th grade Math homework one day, I realized that Music theory is really no more complicated then the Math that he was working on. It made me question why so often our children are taught to be like "player pianos" simply reading notes on a page and repeating them. While I do see the benefits in learning to read music on the staff, I set out to find a more fluid way to teach music to people and have been quite happy with the results! As a student of mine, you or your child will receive a music lesson personalized to your individual wants, and learning style. I have found that no two people learn music in the same way. We will find what works best for you. And along the way, you will be learning your favorite songs! I teach my lessons in the comfort of your own home. You can be cooking dinner for your child while he or she is having their music lesson! Thanks for taking the time to read my profile, and I look forward to hearing from you.
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Interested musical styles

Rock

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Folk

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Acoustic

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Kischka B.

Sep 16, 2016

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Piano Lessons (for children or teenagers)
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Joanne M.

Feb 16, 2016

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I've only had one lesson, but it was great, yes, innovative compared to lessons I've had before, and personalized to my needs and desires. I love that Matt comes to my house!
Piano Lessons (for adults)
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Patty L.

Jul 10, 2015

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Guitar Lessons
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Cassandra S.

Aug 26, 2015

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We have had four lessons so far for my 10 year old son. He absolutely loves them. He raves that Matt is patient and understanding and "teaches so I can learn". He looks forward to his lesson each week and is really taking taking on the responsibility of practicing. I highly recommend this teacher.
Guitar Lessons (for children or teenagers)
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Kim J.

May 1, 2015

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Matt has an extensive academic and professional background in music which sets him apart. He pushes me past my comfort level to learn new, more efficient guitar techniques while imparting some music theory. He is very professional, but he's fun to play guitar with. Great communication, excellent price, always on time!
Guitar Lessons

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  • What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

    My advice is to give yourself a break and play some MUSIC!! So many times in life we have the tendency to get frustrated, and beat ourselves up, but playing music is good for you. So even if you've had a stressful week, and didn't practice much, LIGHTEN UP and enjoy your lesson. It might be the best hour of your whole week!!

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