
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
Basics first, then never stop branching out.
I use a mix of classical and musical theatre vocal practices that I often reference myself when working on any type of music, all stemming from very basic techniques—confidence in pitch, melodies, runs, feeling more comfortable with different parts of your range—and getting more specific the more you branch out. I like to hone in on what kinds of music my students are interested in, while also stressing the value in knowing the theory behind the music you're performing. But most importantly, gaining confidence and feeling more comfortable within yourself and your body, becoming more aware of areas of tension and finding a way to release it, helps with monumental breakthroughs that I still constantly find myself.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Vocals, Piano, Keyboard & Synth, Saxophone
- Pursuits: Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
- Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Electronic/Dance, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 6 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- All lessons are currently conducted virtually
- Mondays–Thursdays: 2:00pm–8:00pm
- Fridays: 12:00pm–5:00pm
- Saturdays: 11:00am–5:00pm
- 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
alexandraraemc@gmail.com to discuss.
MUSIC THEORY • IMPROVISATION • SONGWRITING • COMPOSITION & ARRANGING
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
SAXOPHONE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE
Performance, Improvisation, Music Theory, Songwriting, Composition & Arranging
Learn music with an award-winning pro jazz, pop, & classical vocalist (The Alex McArthur Group, Silver Arrow Band, Vocalis Chamber Choir, Women of Vivaldi, Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon Jr., Buffalo Jazz Repertory Ensemble), musical theatre actress, and music educator.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Keyboard & Synth, Piano, Saxophone, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
Styles:
Alternative, Blues, Classical, Electronic/Dance, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional
Instruments:
Keyboard & Synth, Piano, Saxophone, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
Styles:
Alternative, Blues, Classical, Electronic/Dance, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), 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 Life Mentoring, 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 virtually
- 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.
MIDI • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • PIANO • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Recording & Audio Production, Performance, Songwriting, Composition & Arranging, Scoring, Music Theory
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
SONGWRITING • MUSIC THEORY • SCORING • COMPOSITION & ARRANGING
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
VOICE • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
PIANO • MIDI • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR • PIANO • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • MIDI • VOICE
Learn music with an award-winning indie singer/songwriter & recording artist (ECR Music Group, NYC), founder of Hook & Ladder Records, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
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, actor, creator, writer, scoring composer, and producer with PizzaDog Studios (including the new web series Cloyd), and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Acoustic Guitar, Keyboard & Synth, MIDI, Piano, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Recording & Audio Production, Scoring, Songwriting
Styles:
Classical, Folk, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
Instruments:
Acoustic Guitar, Keyboard & Synth, MIDI, Piano, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Recording & Audio Production, Scoring, Songwriting
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, Drums & Percussion
- Pursuits: Performance, Beat Production, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring
- 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 either virtually or at my studio in Williamsville, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
- Mondays & Wednesdays: 3:30pm–6:00pm
- Tuesdays: 4:30pm–7:00pm
- 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
crittenden@buffalomusicclub.com to discuss.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION • SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE
Beat Production, Performance, Improvisation
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION • SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE
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.
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.
KEYBOARD & SYNTH • SAXOPHONE • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
VOICE • SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION • SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
SAXOPHONE • KEYBOARD & SYNTH • VOICE • DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Drums & Percussion, Keyboard & Synth, Saxophone, Vocals
Pursuits:
Beat Production, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Performance
Styles:
Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Instruments:
Drums & Percussion, Keyboard & Synth, Saxophone, Vocals
Pursuits:
Beat Production, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Performance
Styles:
Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels:
Intermediate, Advanced

Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
Build your bass knowledge from A to Z.
Zuri offers personal bass instruction to players from beginner to advanced, as well as private vocal instruction to beginners. Lessons are offered to teach and improve on reading notation and tabs, improvisation over various styles, bass line building, music theory, ear training and more. Whether you are a full-time player or if you are just looking to expand your musical perspective and approach, you can learn something to improve as a player and musician through private instruction.
My Favorite Things to Teach
- Instruments: Bass Guitar, Vocals
- Pursuits: Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
- Styles: Alternative, Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Ages & Skill Levels
- I work best with students ages 6 and up
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome
Availability & Rates
- All lessons are currently conducted virtually
- Tuesdays–Fridays: 12:00pm–6:00pm
- Saturdays: 12:00pm–5:00pm
- 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
zuriappleby87@gmail.com to discuss.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
IMPROVISATION • MUSIC THEORY • COMPOSITION & ARRANGING • BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
VOICE • BASS GUITAR
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
BASS GUITAR • VOICE
Performance, Improvisation, Music Theory, Composition & Arranging
Learn music with a pro bassist (Nick Jonas, Cee-lo Green, Willow & Jaden Smith, Adam Lambert, Lizzo, Bernard Purdie), vocalist, model, and music educator.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Bass Guitar, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
Styles:
Alternative, Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Instruments:
Bass Guitar, Vocals
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
Styles:
Alternative, Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced