
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.
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.
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 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 conducted virtually
- Mondays–Fridays: 1:00pm–5:00pm
- 30 minutes: $30
- 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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
IMPROVISATION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION • MUSIC CREATION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION • MUSIC CREATION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Performance, Improvisation
Learn music with an award-winning pro drummer, music educator, mentor, and founder of The Damone Jackson Outcome.
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
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
Skill Levels:
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 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 Life Mentoring, 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.
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
MUSIC CAREER MENTORING
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).
IMPROVISATION • MUSIC THEORY • SONGWRITING • COMPOSITION & ARRANGING
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • CLASSICAL GUITAR • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • ELECTRIC GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • CLASSICAL GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • BASS GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • ACOUSTIC GUITAR • ELECTRIC GUITAR • CLASSICAL GUITAR
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).
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).
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Electric Guitar
Pursuits:
Improvisation, Music Business, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
Styles:
Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Indie, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Soul/Funk, Traditional, World Music
Instruments:
Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Electric Guitar
Pursuits:
Improvisation, Music Business, Music Life Mentoring, Music Theory, Performance
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

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: Music Life Mentoring, 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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
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.
DRUMS & 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.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Drums & 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
Instruments:
Drums & 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

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, Music Life Mentoring, 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.
BEAT PRODUCTION • SCORING
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason) • COMPUTERS • MIDI
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
COMPUTERS • MIDI • MUSIC SOFTWARE (Reason)
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.
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.
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Computers, MIDI
Pursuits:
Beat Production, Music Life Mentoring, Music Software, Recording & Audio Production, Songwriting
Styles:
Electronic/Dance, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Instruments:
Computers, MIDI
Pursuits:
Beat Production, Music Life Mentoring, Music Software, Recording & Audio Production, Songwriting
Styles:
Electronic/Dance, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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, Keyboard & Synth (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.
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
Recording & Audio Production, Performance, Improvisation, Music Theory
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
MUSIC CAREER MENTORING
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS • IMPROVISATION • MUSIC THEORY
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
SYNTH BASS • DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
SYNTH BASS • BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
BASS GUITAR • DOUBLE BASS • SYNTH BASS
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).
DOUBLE BASS • BASS GUITAR • SYNTH BASS
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).
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).
MY FAVORITE THINGS TO TEACH
Instruments:
Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Keyboard & Synth
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, 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
Instruments:
Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Keyboard & Synth
Pursuits:
Composition & Arranging, 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
Skill Levels:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced