Miami Valley Music Instruction
Miami Valley Music Instruction

Miami Valley Music Instruction

$32
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Interested musical styles

Responds within a day

Introduction
My business stands out because of a driven dedication to the needs, wishes, and goals of the individual. I bring to my students a rich experience garnered from over 31 years as a band director in various school systems here in the Central Ohio area. Some students may want to learn to play to accompany the choir, while another may just want to bush up on some theory. Some students feel they need to catch up on technique, while others choose to brush up on their improvisational skills. instructional procedures, method books and materials are all dependent upon personal student goals. I do, now teach remotely, on Zoom. Please have the needed equipment in place and functional. (camera on the keys and mic set so that we can converse) be patient - it may take a while to get things running smoothly! Currently, I'm working with various age groups, however, I really do enjoy watching that"light bulb" go off when kids accomplish something for the first time. Encouraging creativity and improvisation promotes confidence and independence. While music instruction has always been my main focus, I have also had extensive experience cultivating acting skills, as my career includes production of various musicals, plays, and off broadway projects. I "empower" students to learn in their own way, and at their own pace.
Overview

Hired 20 times

Serves Dayton, OH

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4 employees

23 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.

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Kelley W.
Oct 1, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack

John is an amazing teacher! I’ve never been able to sing and would never do karaoke or even squawk in front of friends. I can’t believe how much he taught me in just a few sessions! I went home with great exercises to practice and enjoyed the natural progress I saw from week to week. His wealth of knowledge and music flexibility cannot be overstated. Highly recommend him and his piano to help you fine tune your sound.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • Pop • R&B • Musical theater • Jazz • Country • Rock • Gospel • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Singing Lessons
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Laura w.
May 18, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack

Everything so far as we’ve only have had one lesson,my husband And I really like him,he’s very uplifting very patient very knowledgeable.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • 60 minutes • As recommended by teacher • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Conducting initial research • The voice coach travels to me

Singing Lessons
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Julie B.
Jun 24, 2023
I can't say enough good things about Miami Valley Music Instruction. I look forward every week to my lessons with John. He makes them fun and allows you to pick the type of music you enjoy so that you can really get into it. He gives you feedback to make you better, but also gives you the confidence to try even if you are a beginner. My whole family has taken lessons from him and we highly recommend him to other families.
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John D.
Sep 22, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack

Love his individualized approach. I've been playing for some time, but I still learned so much with just the first lesson. Wish I had discovered Miami Valley Music Instruction much sooner!
Piano Lessons
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Pamela H.
Mar 5, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack

This school has the Concept I was looking for in teaching my granddaughter. Mr. Derrickson was very friendly and helpful in the information we needed.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

Piano Lessons
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