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Music Lessons with David Cloyd

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 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.

David Cloyd Music Lessons with David Cloyd

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.
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

Ed Croft - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Ed Croft

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.

Ed Croft Music Lessons with Ed Croft

Double Bass • Bass Guitar • Acoustic Guitar • Electric Guitar • Classical Guitar
Performance • Improvisation • Music Theory
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).
Instruments: ["Acoustic Guitar","Bass Guitar","Classical Guitar","Double Bass","Electric Guitar"]
Pursuits: ["Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance","Music Business"]
Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional, World Music
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Elizabeth Hayes - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Elizabeth Hayes

Learn music with an award-winning vocalist and opera singer.

"I believe in a holistic approach to singing, ensuring that students receive the tools they need to become their most authentic, prepared, and well-rounded selves." Elizabeth Hayes teaches a variety of genres and styles using the same fundamental techniques, working with students to find their core sound, discuss what they want to say as an artist, and cultivate a collaborative environment to fine-tune each musician's individual skills.

My Favorite Things to Teach

  • Instruments: Voice (all levels), Piano (beginners only)
  • Pursuits: Performance, Music Theory
  • Styles: Classical, Opera, Pop, Indie, Musical Theatre, Jazz

Ages & Skill Levels

  • I work best with students ages 14 and up, but will work with younger students under the right circumstances
  • Beginner, intermediate, and advanced voice students are welcome
  • Beginner piano students are welcome

Availability & Rates

  • All lessons are currently conducted virtually, at my studio on the West Side of Buffalo (off of Richmond Avenue), or at the student's home (depending on location and schedule)
  • I follow CDC guidelines for COVID safety
  • 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 ehayes.mezzo@gmail.com to discuss.

Elizabeth Hayes Music Lessons with Elizabeth Hayes

Voice • Piano
Performance • Music Theory
Learn music with an award-winning vocalist and opera singer (mezzo-soprano).
Instruments: ["Piano","Keyboard & Synth","Voice","Vocals"]
Pursuits: ["Music Theory","Performance"]
Styles: Classical, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Ethan Weissman - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Ethan Weissman

Learn music with a pro guitarist (Mass Extinction Event, Sons of Apollo, Tony MacAlpine, Arch Echo, Aquiles Priester) and audio engineer (Rob Araujo, Joe Ferry, Corey Glover).

Grow your skills under the guidance of an accredited industry professional. From total beginners to seasoned pros looking to up their game, I work to tailor our lessons together to your specific needs for growth, whether it's on your instrument or in your recordings. I have taught children as young as five how to sight read music on the guitar, and guided adults well into their careers to diagnose and correct specific issues that are holding them back from taking the next steps as a guitarist or audio engineer. For parents, I excel at connecting with your young children as students and making learning the guitar fun and engaging. For older students and adults, my experiences and credits in the industry have given me the knowledge and skills to tailor lessons to you and help you reach your goals.

My Favorite Things to Teach

  • Instruments: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, MIDI, Music Software (ProTools, Logic, Melodyne)
  • Pursuits: Recording & Audio Production, Composition & Arranging, Music Theory, Performance, Scoring, Songwriting, Beat Production
  • Instrumental Styles: Blues, Country, Indie, Metal/Hard Rock, Pop, Rock
  • Audio Engineering Topics (ALL STYLES): Digital Audio Workstations (ProTools & Logic - includes mixing, editing, and creating templates), Mixing & Mastering, Melodyne, Beat/MIDI Production, Home Recording

Ages & Skill Levels

  • I work best with students ages 4 and up
  • Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

  • Lessons are currently conducted either virtually or at my studio in [where] (following CDC guidelines for safety)
  • Thursdays–Saturdays: 12:00pm–9:00pm
  • 30 minutes: $30
  • 60 minutes: $50
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 ethanweissman1@gmail.com to discuss.

Ethan Weissman Music Lessons with Ethan Weissman

Electric Guitar • Acoustic Guitar • MIDI • Music Software (ProTools, Logic, Melodyne)
Performance • Recording & Audio Production • Beat Production • Composition & Arranging • Scoring • Songwriting • Music Theory
Learn music with a pro guitarist (Mass Extinction Event, Sons of Apollo, Tony MacAlpine, Arch Echo, Aquiles Priester) and audio engineer (Rob Araujo, Joe Ferry, Corey Glover).
Instruments: ["Acoustic Guitar","MIDI","Electric Guitar"]
Pursuits: ["Composition & Arranging","Music Life Mentoring","Music Software","Music Theory","Performance","Songwriting","Composition & Arranging","Recording & Audio Production","Scoring","Beat Production"]
Styles: Blues, Country, Indie, Metal/Hard Rock, Pop, Rock
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Griffin Brady - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Griffin Brady

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.

Griffin Brady Music Lessons with Griffin Brady

Traditional African Percussion • Hand Percussion • Drum Kit • Classical Percussion
Performance • Improvisation
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.
Instruments: ["Drum Kit","Hand Percussion","Classical Percussion","Traditional African Percussion"]
Pursuits: ["[\"Improvisation\",\"Music Life Mentoring\",\"Performance\"]"]
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, World Music
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Mark Daumen - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Mark Daumen

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.

Mark Daumen Music Lessons with Mark Daumen

Tuba • Trombone • Trumpet • Bass Guitar • Acoustic Guitar • Piano
Performance • Improvisation • Music Theory
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.
Instruments: ["Trombone","Trumpet","Tuba","Acoustic Guitar","Bass Guitar","Piano"]
Pursuits: ["Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance"]
Styles: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Indie, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Music Lessons with RiShon Odel

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.

RiShon Odel Music Lessons with RiShon Odel

Bass Guitar • Double Bass • Synth Bass
Performance • Improvisation • Music Theory • Recording & Audio Production
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).
Instruments: ["Bass Guitar","Keyboard & Synth","Double Bass"]
Pursuits: ["Composition & Arranging","Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance","Composition & Arranging","Recording & Audio Production","Music Business"]
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
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Zuri Appleby - Music Lessons - Buffalo Music Club

Music Lessons with Zuri Appleby

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.

Zuri Appleby Music Lessons with Zuri Appleby

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.
Instruments: ["Bass Guitar","Vocals"]
Pursuits: ["Composition & Arranging","Improvisation","Music Life Mentoring","Music Theory","Performance","Composition & Arranging"]
Styles: Alternative, Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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