...I have played gigs ranging from jazz standards to funk-rock music to fully improvised experimental music. I believe that it is vital to be able to read sheet music fluently, but also to understand the fundamental musical relationships that live off of the page and in our ears. My approach to mu... (read more)
...I've also written 3 larger works arranged for jazz orchestra, as well as a 50-minute suite in 7 movements scored for 12-piece chamber jazz ensemble. My original music secured me semi-finalist status in the International Songwriting Competition 2 years in a row, as well as one finalist/honorable ... (read more)
7 Subjects: includingMusic Theory,Trumpet,Ear Training,General Music
...I received my degree in biology and helped several students pass biology state exams. I tutored chemistry for four years in college and for six years as an MCAT instructor. I see scored in the 99 percentile for SAT Math and am have in depth knowledge of all the topics needed for math. (read more)
...I love seeing the look in my students's eyes when they get it and start using words, tenses and expressions they were not familiar with before. My lessons are all online and I currently teach adults. If you'd like to have a 15 minute free online chat with me to get an idea of how online lessons work, feel free to message me and we'll schedule. (read more)
...For the past few years, I’ve used outstanding short stories and essays as mentor texts to teach creative writing. I've worked as a speech & debate coach for 12 years, including 7 years of teaching speech and debate as a formal subject. My students have become league champions and competed in elim rounds at national tournaments. (read more)