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Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
Songwriting is the center of my musical universe.
I've been playing music since I was four years old, and teaching music lessons on a variety of instruments, pursuits and styles for at least 25 years. And I'm still a big believer in the fundamentals—discipline, technique, practicing, music theory . . . no matter what kind of musician you want to be, it isn't fun if you can't play. But songwriting is the center of my musical universe. It holds it all together for me—constantly giving me the focus, meaning, and purpose I need to return to the well over and over again. There's only one feeling in the world better than finishing a song, and that's starting the next one.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Keyboard & Synth, MIDI, Vocals
- Pursuits: Songwriting, Composition & Arranging, Music Theory, Performance, Recording & Audio Production, Scoring
- Styles: Indie, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Classical
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 15 and up, but will work with younger students under the right circumstances
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- All lessons are currently conducted at my home in Buffalo
- Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4:00pm–6:00pm
- Saturdays: 10:00am–12:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
cloyd@buffalomusicclub.com to discuss.
Acoustic Guitar • Piano • Keyboard & Synth • MIDI • Voice
Performance • Songwriting • Composition & Arranging • Scoring • Music Theory • Recording & Audio Production
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
Instruments:
["Acoustic Guitar","Piano","Keyboard & Synth","Vocals","MIDI"]
Pursuits:
["Composition & Arranging","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance","Songwriting","Composition & Arranging","Recording & Audio Production","Scoring"]
Styles:
Classical, Folk, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with an award-winning multi-instrumentalist & entertainer (CRiTT's Juke Joint, Bob Weir and Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead, Sinbad the Comedian, Michael Franti, G-Love & Special Sauce, Jefferson Airplane/Starship, Dirty Dozen Brass Band), music educator (IMAGE Urban Arts Workshop, BCAT, BPS), CEO of CRiTT Presents, and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
Welcome to Critt's Music Life Studio!
I'm all about the EXPERIENCE of music and the EXPERIENCE of performance. The better your experience, the better the audience's experience. And when the audience has a great experience, that means you've got a career—and a long career at that! Consider me more of a coach—together, we'll tweak what's there, add what isn't, and blend it with a whole lotta YOU so that you not only attain your goals on your instrument, but your goals in your music career and your life.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Saxophone, Vocals, Keyboard & Synth
- Pursuits: Performance, Beat Production, Improvisation
- Styles: Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 15 and up
- Intermediate and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- Lessons are currently conducted at my studio in Amherst
- If you have an arranged time slot with me, use the calendar below to book your next lesson(s) online
- If you don't have a time slot with me, email me at crittenden@buffalomusicclub.com to discuss your needs prior to booking
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. All bookings will require confirmation from the artist.
Saxophone • Keyboard & Synth • Voice
Performance • Improvisation • Beat Production
Learn music with an award-winning multi-instrumentalist & entertainer (CRiTT's Juke Joint, Bob Weir and Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead, Sinbad the Comedian, Michael Franti, G-Love & Special Sauce, Jefferson Airplane/Starship, Dirty Dozen Brass Band), music educator (IMAGE Urban Arts Workshop, BCAT, BPS), CEO of CRiTT Presents, and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
Instruments:
["Keyboard & Synth","Vocals","Drums & Percussion","Saxophone"]
Pursuits:
["Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Performance","Beat Production"]
Styles:
Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels:
Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro trumpet player (Jay/Sharptet), composer, music educator (Villa Maria College, BPS), and founder & artistic director of the Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble.
“Through first-class education, a generation marches down the long uncertain road of the future with confidence.” —Wynton Marsalis
The emotional connection to music that all humans share is the foundation of my music education philosophy. How I help students to experience meaningful and thought-provoking music is my job as a music educator. I believe active learning, student-led learning, and setting high expectations for yourself and your students are the foundation for thoughtful teaching. In our lessons, we will not only work on mastering the fundamentals of your instrument, but we will also work on establishing your personal goals as a musician and refining your own personal musicianship.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Euphonium, Baritone, Tuba, Music Software
- Pursuits: Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
- Styles: Classical, Blues, Pop, R&B, Soul/Funk, Jazz
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 8 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my studio in Kenmore, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety) If you are interested in lessons at my studio will we schedule a free 30 min pre-lesson on Zoom before your first in person lesson.
- Wednesdays: 3:00pm–6:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
jacobjosephjay@gmail.com to discuss.
Trumpet
Performance • Improvisation • Composition & Arranging • Songwriting • Music Theory
Learn music with a pro trumpet player, composer, music educator (Villa Maria College), and founder & artistic director of the Jay/Sharptet.
Instruments:
["Trumpet"]
Pursuits:
["Composition & Arranging","Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance","Songwriting","Composition & Arranging"]
Styles:
Blues, Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with an award-winning pro guitarist and music educator (Director of Guitar Program, Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts).
“Life is not about finding our limitations, it’s about finding infinity.” —Herbie Hancock
My teaching philosophy has three components:
- Teaching you what YOU want to learn
- Helping you draw connections between your personality and music
- Showing you the various paths that you can take as a musician
Whether it’s “Smoke on the Water” or “Giant Steps,” I’m ready to take you anywhere you want to go musically. I have experience teaching in almost all styles and genres, as well as all forms of notation and TABlature. Anything that doesn’t have a searchable transcription, we can always learn by ear together. I create shareable online documents for each of my students, recording your progress and your achievements, as well as audio or video recordings that will help you reach your goals (so you’ll never forget anything we worked on). I also encourage all of my students to reach out to me at any time for any questions or concerns they have, no matter how small it may be! I’m here for YOU, and the sky's the limit!
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Music Software (Noteflight, Sibelius, Guitar Pro, Soundslice, and more)
- Pursuits: Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
- Styles: Top 40 & Dance Music (Hip-Hop/Rap, Soul/Funk), Performing Arts (Classical, Jazz), Rock (Metal/Hard Rock)
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 11 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my studio in North Buffalo, NY
- Tuesdays–Fridays: 3:00pm–10:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
jtinkham716@gmail.com to discuss.
Electric Guitar • Classical Guitar • Music Software (Noteflight, Sibelius, Guitar Pro, Soundslice)
Performance • Improvisation • Composition & Arranging • Songwriting • Music Theory
Learn music with an award-winning pro guitarist and music educator (Director of Guitar Program, Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts).
Instruments:
["Classical Guitar","Electric Guitar"]
Pursuits:
["[\"Composition & Arranging\",\"Improvisation\",\"Music Life Mentoring\",\"Music Software\",\"Music Theory\",\"Performance\",\"Songwriting\"]"]
Styles:
Classical, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Metal/Hard Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro composer, multidisciplinary artist, engineer (Peter Gabriel, Daniel Lanois, Snoop Dogg, Fela Kuti, Hans Zimmer), and founder & owner of Warm Jets Music Studio.
Discover the power of Reason.
Propellerhead's Reason is a stellar all-in-one music software program that allows for multi-tracking of live and MIDI instruments and comes with a ton of amazing sounds, drum-kits, and effects. Pro composer and multidisciplinary artist Jason Pfaff has been using Reason for everything since 2014—writing in multiple genres (including Pop, Hip-Hop, Electronica, and Soundtrack), post-mixing, and mastering. Reason is moving its way up the popularity ladder and has proven to be a real contender as a stand-alone DAW, and version 11 also allows it to be used as a plugin in other programs. (Jason prefers to teach versions 11 back down to 6, but he can teach previous versions as well.)
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Computers, MIDI, Music Software (Reason)
- Pursuits: Beat Production, Recording & Audio Production, Songwriting
- Styles: Electronic/Dance, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 11 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my studio in Williamsville, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
- Wednesdays: 5:00pm–9:00pm
- Saturdays: 10:00am–8:00pm
- 30 minutes: $35
- 60 minutes: $65
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
jasonpfaff23@yahoo.com to discuss.
Computers • MIDI • Music Software (Reason)
Recording & Audio Production • Beat Production • Songwriting
Learn music with a pro composer, multidisciplinary artist, engineer (Peter Gabriel, Daniel Lanois, Snoop Dogg, Fela Kuti, Hans Zimmer), and founder & owner of Warm Jets Music Studio.
Instruments:
["MIDI","Computers"]
Pursuits:
["Music Life Mentoring","Music Software","Songwriting","Recording & Audio Production","Beat Production"]
Styles:
Electronic/Dance, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro mix engineer (Griselda Records, Lana Del Ray, Naughty By Nature, Mariah Carey, Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Jaheim, Dead Prez, Big Pun, Eminem, Notorious B.I.G), multi-platinum record producer (Smashproof, Quiet as Kept Records), DJ, and music educator (UB, BAVPA).
Learn how to mix and master your music from an industry pro.
For artists, musicians, producers, and engineers! In these lessons, we dive deep into your personal music projects. We pinpoint your goals and build on your knowledge, developing the skills you need to take your music to the next level. I answer all of your questions and share the studio tricks I've learned from the top producers and engineers in the business. The main topics include production, recording, mixing, and mastering, plus music business tips and career mentorship.
I also teach DJing! I began my musical career as a DJ and went on to perform with legends like Afrika Bambaata, Pete Rock, and Tony Touch. For the aspiring DJ or seasoned vet, I’m offering lessons that will take your performances to the next level.
Students will ZOOM directly into the studio with full-quality audio, and a live screenshare of the digital audio workstation. The goal of these classes is to teach you techniques that you can use immediately to make your music sound better, and give you a better understanding of how great music is made.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Computers, Music Software (DAWs)
- Pursuits: Beat Production, DJing, Recording & Audio Production
- Styles: Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, R&B
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 15 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- All lessons are currently conducted virtually
- Tuesdays–Thursdays: 7:00pm–11:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
jeremycball@gmail.com to discuss.
Computers • Music Software (DAWs)
Recording & Audio Production • Beat Production • DJing
Learn music with a pro mix engineer (Griselda Records, Lana Del Ray, Naughty By Nature, Mariah Carey, Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Jaheim, Dead Prez, Big Pun, Eminem, Notorious B.I.G), multi-platinum record producer (Smashproof, Quiet as Kept Records), DJ, and music educator (UB, BAVPA).
Instruments:
["Computers"]
Pursuits:
["Music Life Mentoring","Music Software","Recording & Audio Production","Beat Production","DJing"]
Styles:
Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, R&B, Rock
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro drummer (Moby, Ne-Yo, Robyn, AJR, Ingrid Michaelson, Sam Moore, The Temptations), producer, music educator, and career coach.
Learn the fundamentals of drumming—for playing AND the real world.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional, Joe Goretti's unique approach to teaching will help any student achieve their personal goals. As a graduate of Berklee College of Music, Joe has enjoyed a successful career as a world-class professional freelance drummer. He teaches not only the fundamentals of drumming but also how to apply it in the real world. During lessons with Joe, students will learn about reading and writing music, rudiments and applications, ear training, soloing, double bass drum technique, and much more across a variety of styles and situations. No matter what you want to accomplish as a drummer, Joe Goretti will show you the way!
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Drums & Percussion, Music Software
- Pursuits: Beat Production, Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance, Recording & Audio Production
- Styles: Rock, Jazz, Hip-Hop/Rap, Electronic/Dance
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 11 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- All lessons are currently conducted virtually
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 12:00pm–7:00pm
- Saturdays & Sundays: 10:00am–6:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
joe@joegoretti.com to discuss.
Drum Kit • Hand Percussion • Classical Percussion • Music Software • Computers
Performance • Improvisation • Music Theory • Beat Production • Recording & Audio Production
Learn music with a pro drummer (Moby, Ne-Yo, Robyn, AJR, Ingrid Michaelson, Sam Moore, The Temptations), producer, music educator, and career coach.
Instruments:
["Computers","Drum Kit","Hand Percussion","Classical Percussion"]
Pursuits:
["[\"Beat Production\",\"Improvisation\",\"Music Business\",\"Music Life Mentoring\",\"Music Software\",\"Music Theory\",\"Performance\",\"Recording & Audio Production\"]"]
Styles:
Electronic/Dance, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Rock
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro songwriter, producer, engineer, music business consultant, and founder & CEO of Work Art Entertainment.
Figuring out the music biz is totally my M.O.
I produce and play the keys by ear, and I use my software to help bring out the best in my creative nature and songwriting abilities, which are truly blessings from God. Most people are lost with the business side of music, and that is why I spent eight years working to learn the biz and what's to come, keeping up with legislative changes and requirements and other developments. It takes a lot of hard work and knowledge to ensure that your music is secure and still get the exposure it needs to be enjoyed by everyone. No matter how good your music is (and it has to be GOOD), just throwing a ton of tracks on YouTube hoping to get discovered is NOT a business plan.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Computers, Music Software (ProTools, Logic Pro X)
- Pursuits: Beat Production, Composition & Arranging, Recording & Audio Production, Scoring, Songwriting
- Styles: Country, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 15 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my studio in Amherst, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
- Mondays & Tuesdays: 7:00pm–12:00am
- Wednesdays: 11:00am–12:00am
- Fridays: 8:00pm–1:00am (select Saturday to book the "Midnight–1:00am" slot)
- Saturdays: 7:00pm–12:00am
- Sundays: 9:00am–2:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 60 minutes: $60
Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at
vbowers@workartent.com to discuss
Computers • MIDI • Music Software (ProTools, Logic Pro X)
Recording & Audio Production • Beat Production • Songwriting • Scoring • Composition & Arranging
Learn music with a pro songwriter, producer, engineer, music business consultant, and founder & CEO of Work Art Entertainment.
Instruments:
["Computers"]
Pursuits:
["Composition & Arranging","Music Life Mentoring","Music Software","Songwriting","Composition & Arranging","Recording & Audio Production","Scoring","Beat Production","Music Business"]
Styles:
Country, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced