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James M.
Cincinnati, OH

Bass Guitar Lessons, Drum Lessons, Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons


Home or Studio or Webcam

25 Years

About Me

My love for music started at a young age. My parents and aunts and uncles were professional musicians so I naturally got acclimated to the music scene at age 10. I took lessons for drums initially and then lessons for piano and bass guitar. I can play just about any instrument and also am a songwriter with over a dozen published compositions presently. I enjoy teaching children and young adults because that is the age in which I began actively playing. I am familiar with all genres of music from Rock Jazz to classical to Opera. Music is a language that I love to communicate with my students.

James M. has over 25 years of music experience in the Cincinnati area.

James M. is proficient in and teaches Bass Guitar Lessons, Drum Lessons, Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

B.A. August 2019
Excelsior


What to expect in my

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

I like to get my students up and running quickly! I like to see where my students are so initially I have them play so I can see what they need help with. I love to teach music theory because it can apply to all instruments. If the student is not interested in theory then I can teach specifically on each instrument. I also offer to accompany the student with a different instrument. So if I am teaching a drummer then I can play bass along with them to establish their rhythm. I can also accompany on the bass for a Piano student or vice versa so the student gets used to playing LIVE and hearing other instruments which other Studios do not offer. Students should expect a non cumbersome way to learn their instrument without having to endure the often frustrating and detrimental methods traditionally used. Typically other teachers often introduce new students to reading only which slows the learning process down tremendously. It's a new day and I believe different methods should be used. I like to get the students up and running quickly so that they do not get frustrated and quit early. I believe this is essential in the fast-paced technological world we live in. I like to start out with chord construction and harmony for younger students so they don't lose interest as can happen with typical methods such as reading only. I like to develop the students ear for harmony and which chords go with what cords! Scheduling is always flexible.



Formal Education:

B.A. U.C. A.A. U.C.

Private Education:

2 yrs. Baldwin 4 yrs. NDC Industrial

Performing Experience:

I have performed professionally over the last 25 years. Have been a full-time musician regionally and presently play solo piano in church events. Have played original solo piano for other agencies appearing at private events throughout the city including Bogart's and Cincinnati Art Museum.

Experience Teaching:

I have taught through Taylor Robinson from the age of five through 25. I have taught students at church on various different levels specifically focusing on music theory. Also have taught children to adults while playing with them to accentuate practicle applications of theory!

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Under 6yrs Child
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Teacher 's Studio
  • Webcam
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 12:00pm 7:00pm View
Tue 12:00pm 7:00pm View
Wed 12:00pm 7:00pm View
Thu 12:00pm 7:00pm View
Fri 12:00pm 7:00pm View
Sat 10:00am 5:00pm View
Sun off off View
Last updated on 02/09/2022
Map:
James M. is willing to travel up to a distance of 10 Miles to teach a lesson in your home.
Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
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Review:

Great teacher!!

James is absolutely marvelous. My daughter looks forward to lessons every week and is having fun learning!! Angelina Kasel wrote on Fri, 06 May 2022

    Great drum teacher!!

    James did an awesome job with my son. He took the time to explain and teach and show the whys? ... what we do. I am thoroughly pleased and we'll book more lessons.! James Martino wrote on Wed, 08 Jun 2022

      Excellent piano teacher

      fantastic and explaining music theory and how to recreate chords to create songs. I went from nothing to actually fine with in no time. Thoroughly recommend him. James Martino wrote on Wed, 08 Jun 2022

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