If you can walk, you can dance! with a pro percussionist & touring performer (SAAKUMU Dance Troupe, Mohamed Diaby and Manding Foli Kan Don, Brian Marsalis, DJ Logic), music educator (founder of Slyboots School of Music), and executive director of Bernard Woma Dagara Music Center USA.

Feel the ground below your feet. Hear live drumming echo in your heartbeat. Through guided movement and gestures, attendees will discover the power African dance has to communicate with the accompanying musicians, the audience, and the soul by focusing on traditional arrangements of dance pieces from West Africa that aim to educate and inspire . . . and get a great workout at the same time! This weekly workshop is led by Griffin Brady and Eric Ansuade from Ghana, West Africa—the chief choreographer and star of the Slyboots Circus. A brilliant entertainer with extraordinary abilities and a passion for sharing his expertise with the world, Eric has performed all over the world as a dancer and an acrobat with a wide variety of groups, and has been a chief teaching artist of the Slyboots School since 2009.

Location

This weekly workshop is currently conducted at the Slyboots Dojo, located at 367 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 (following CDC guidelines for safety.) You will sweat, laugh, and smile! Bring a water bottle—and an open mind.

• Disinfected drums provided
• Temperatures checked on arrival
• Social distancing measures taken
• Attendees are required to wear masks for the entire class time
• Indoors in large space, with windows open and lots of fresh air

Ages & Skill Levels

• This workshop is aimed at aspiring artists of all ages
• All skill levels are welcome

Schedule & Price

• Normally scheduled for every Tuesday from 5:00pm–7:00pm
• The price is $25 per person
• Each workshop is limited to 20 people

Check the calendar below for dates and availability. If there are no seats left for your desired date, feel free to contact me at slyboots@me.com to discuss alternate accommodations.

Start your journey into the world of African drumming with a pro percussionist & touring performer (SAAKUMU Dance Troupe, Mohamed Diaby and Manding Foli Kan Don, Brian Marsalis, DJ Logic), music educator (founder of Slyboots School of Music), and executive director of Bernard Woma Dagara Music Center USA.

Explore the art of African drumming as you learn traditional techniques, expand your rhythmic vocabulary, and develop the strength and endurance needed to play hand drums in a way that is safe, healthy, and fun. This weekly music workshop also examines the relationship between drumming and dancing in Africa through hands-on instruction and breakdown of complex rhythmic structures through body movement, language and drumming.

Location

This weekly workshop is currently conducted at the Slyboots Dojo, located at 367 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052. You will sweat, laugh, and smile! Bring a water bottle—and an open mind. Be prepared to drum and sing!

• Disinfected drums provided
• Temperatures checked on arrival
• Social distancing measures taken
• Attendees are required to wear masks for the entire class time
• Indoors in large space, with windows open and lots of fresh air

Ages & Skill Levels

• This workshop is aimed at aspiring artists ages 15 and below
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels are welcome

Schedule & Price

• This weekly workshop is currently conducted at Slyboots Dojo, located at 367 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Normally scheduled for every Wednesday from 5:00pm–6:00pm
• The price is $25 per person
• Each workshop is limited to 20 people

Check the calendar below for dates and availability. If there are no seats left for your desired date, feel free to contact me at slyboots@me.com to discuss alternate accommodations.

Start your journey into the world of African drumming with a pro percussionist & touring performer (SAAKUMU Dance Troupe, Mohamed Diaby and Manding Foli Kan Don, Brian Marsalis, DJ Logic), music educator (founder of Slyboots School of Music), and executive director of Bernard Woma Dagara Music Center USA.

Explore the art of African drumming as you learn traditional techniques, expand your rhythmic vocabulary, and develop the strength and endurance needed to play hand drums in a way that is safe, healthy, and fun. This weekly music workshop also examines the relationship between drumming and dancing in Africa through hands-on instruction and breakdown of complex rhythmic structures through body movement, language and drumming.

Location

This weekly workshop is currently conducted at the Slyboots Dojo, located at 367 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052. You will sweat, laugh, and smile! Bring a water bottle—and an open mind. Be prepared to drum and sing!

• Disinfected drums provided
• Temperatures checked on arrival
• Social distancing measures taken
• Attendees are required to wear masks for the entire class time
• Indoors in large space, with windows open and lots of fresh air

Ages & Skill Levels

• This workshop is aimed at aspiring artists ages 16 and up
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels are welcome

Schedule & Price

• This weekly workshop is currently conducted at Slyboots Dojo, located at 367 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Normally scheduled for every Wednesday from 5:00pm–6:00pm
• The price is $25 per person
• Each workshop is limited to 20 people

Check the calendar below for dates and availability. If there are no seats left for your desired date, feel free to contact me at slyboots@me.com to discuss alternate accommodations.

Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.

Drums equal life. My approach to music teaching is very simple—together, we're going to learn about drumming, and we're going to learn about life. We'll tackle everything from the ground up, and build a strong foundation for a personalized practice that will put you on a path to becoming the artist you want to be.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Drums & Percussion
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Performance
• Styles: Alternative, Blues, Country, Electronic/Dance, Folk, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Metal/Hard Rock, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students ages 11 and up
• Intermediate and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• All lessons are currently either in person at my studio (located in Cheektowaga) or virtually if necessary
• Mondays: 10:30am–5:00pm
• Tuesdays–Fridays: 10:30am–4:00pm
• 30 minutes: $45
• 60 minutes: $60

Lessons are either . 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 jacksondam@icloud.com to discuss.

Learn music with a pro bassist, guitarist, & touring performer (SZA, Mac Ayres, Cautious Clay, Aqueous), composer, and songwriter (Brasstracks).

Find, develop, and control your unique musical voice. The relationship between a teacher and a student is one that requires trust. My "M.O." as an educator is to develop that trust with my students and embark on an individualized path that's educational for both of us. And while each path is personal, they all lead to the same destination—discovering one's own musical voice. Through tone, articulation, perspective, and energy, you will achieve and express your individual voice. But total CONTROL of that voice is how you achieve validation and versatility in music. Together, we will use multiple approaches, perspectives, and techniques to find and control your voice. Regardless of your instrument, prior knowledge, or current skill level, we can transcend the barrier between idea and execution.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar
• Pursuits: Composition & Arranging, Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance, Songwriting
• Styles: Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, 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

Declan is currently unavailable to teach one-on-one music lessons due to his busy touring schedule. Please check back at another time. Feel free to contact him at declanmiersbooking@gmail.com to express your interest for notification on future availability.

Learn music with an award-winning pro bassist (The Jakob's Ferry Stragglers, Darryl Washington, Greg Millar, Rey Scott, Bobby Jones, Doug Yeomans, Mary Ramsey, Ray Hangen, Joe Rozler, The Tim Clarke Soul-tet), guitarist, and music educator (SUNY Fredonia).

Learn the instrument—AND the music. Ed Croft is one of WNY’s hardest working freelance musicians. Equally at home in styles ranging from bebop jazz to honky tonk country, Croft always strives to serve the song through his playing. It is this quality that he instills in students—teaching them to be musicians, and not merely people who play instruments. Students will learn the skills to make them a gig-ready team player!

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Double Bass, Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance
• Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional, World Music

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students ages 10 and up
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• All lessons are currently conducted virtually
• Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 4:30pm–9:00pm
• Sundays: 9:00am–9:00pm
• 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 crof1686@fredonia.edu to discuss.

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.

Learn music with a pro percussionist & touring performer (SAAKUMU Dance Troupe, Mohamed Diaby and Manding Foli Kan Don, Brian Marsalis, DJ Logic), music educator (founder of Slyboots School of Music), and executive director of Bernard Woma Dagara Music Center USA.

Master the flow of time through African drumming. One-on-one music lessons with Slyboots founder Griffin Brady are perfect for students of all ages and abilities who are interested in hand drums, stick drums, drum set, and percussion. Together, you will learn how to groove by reading and listening to music while mastering techniques and styles from around the world.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Drums & Percussion
• Pursuits: Performance, Improvisation (and positive social change through cultural arts education and performance)
• Styles: World Music (African Percussion, Reggae, Marching Percussion), Jazz, Rock, Folk

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students of all ages
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my one of my studio locations in Buffalo, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Mondays & Tuesdays: 6:00am–4:00pm
• Thursdays & Fridays: 6:00am–10:00pm
• 30 minutes: $25
• 60 minutes: $50

Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and reserve your next lesson online, then checkout to send your request. (No payment is required until the lesson is confirmed.) If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at slyboots@me.com to discuss.

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.

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.

Learn music with a pro trombone player (Tiger Chung Lee, Blue Rootz), multi-instrumentalist, low-brass music educator, and instrument maintenance & repair tech.

Learn how to be a great individual AND ensemble player. Like all good music teachers, my core instruction focuses on the basics, including how to develop proper instrumental technique, good warm-up routines and practice habits, and music theory and ear training. But from the beginning, I like to lay the groundwork for the fun stuff—all of the reasons I got into music in the first place! Solid fundamentals have allowed me to thrive as an arranger for horn sections, an improviser, and a transcriber. No matter what kind of music you like to listen to, no matter what players you want to learn how to imitate, it's never to early to start pursuing your passions.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Trombone, Euphonium, Baritone, Tuba, Sousaphone
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Composition & Arranging, Instrument Repair & Maintenance, Music Theory, Performance
• Styles: Blues, Classical, Jazz, Soul/Funk, Rock

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 North Buffalo, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays: 6:00pm–8:00pm
• 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 cheslakjoe@gmail.com to discuss.

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.

Learn music with a pro saxophonist and woodwind player, music instructor, and clinician.

"The idea of music—learning what drives your curiosity and what makes an emotional impact—is of paramount importance for both the student and the teacher." It is John Aaron Troy's aim to make each and every lesson fun, flexible, and varied in pursuit—whether it’s learning your favorite video game melody, developing a better sound on your instrument, or simply learning your loved one’s favorite song so as to play it. Whatever your goal is, he is here to make you LOVE the pursuit and process. “I teach with a priority on passion, energy, and most importantly, fun. Learning music with me is a premium experience meant to sustain long-term growth!”

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Saxophones, flute, piccolo, clarinets, keyboard
• Pursuits: Performance, Improvisation, Music Business, Music Theory
• Styles: Jazz, Soul/Funk, Blues, Classical, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, R&B, Electronic/Dance, Musical Theatre, World Music

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 either at my home studio in Buffalo or at the student's home. (Please include your preferred location in the "I Want To Tell You" section below.) All lesson locations will be discussed with the artist prior to booking confirmation.
• 30 minutes: $40
• 60 minutes: $70

Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. All bookings will require confirmation from the artist. If there are no slots available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at johntroyjazz@gmail.com to discuss.

Learn music with a pro saxophonist, pianist, music educator, and performer.

Putting the "fun" back in the fundamentals. One-on-one music lessons with Jon Lehning cover all fundamentals of the student's instrument and overall musicianship, including any music that the student wants to work on personally, music from school, or suggestions by Jon. Studies can also be designed to focus on whatever the student's particular interests and goals or strengths and weaknesses are—whether it's a particular styles of music you want to learn how to play, or a specific aspect of your playing that you want to improve, Jon can help you reach your goals.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance
• Styles: Blues, Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Soul/Funk

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students ages 6 and up
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• Lessons are currently conducted virtually or at my studio in Williamsville, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Mondays–Fridays: 1:00pm–9:00pm
• 30 minutes: $35
• 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 jrl5874@aol.com to discuss.

Learn music with a pro tuba player, bass guitarist, & touring performer (Lost In The Trees, SNMNMNM, The Avett Brothers, Superchunk, and Peter Holsapple), music educator, and founder & CEO of Markola Beverages.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Tuba, Trombone, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
• Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Indie, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk

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
• Mondays–Thursdays: 9:00am–7:00pm
• Saturdays: 11:00am–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 mark.daumen@gmail.com to discuss.

Learn music with a pro composer, bassist, producer, and arranger (Brian Culbertson, Najee, Julius Wilson, Cissy Houston, Marvin Winans, Riley Richard, Phil Perry, Me’Lisa Morgan, Donnie McClurkin, Special Gift, “Stevie J” Jordan, Walter Kemp 3).

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Double Bass, Bass Guitar, Synth Bass
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Business, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance, Recording & Audio Production
• Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Electronic/Dance, Folk, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Metal/Hard Rock, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students of all ages
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• All lessons are currently conducted virtually
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00am–9:30pm
• 30 minutes: $40
• 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 rishonodel2@gmail.com to discuss.

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 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.