Dana W.

Dana is a composer, arranger, and educator based in the Cleveland area. He began playing Trumpet in high school, playing in the marching band. Soon after he joined the band, he began to create his own arrangements. He went on to earn his master's degree in composition from Cleveland State University. His musical influences include video game composers like Martin O'Donnell, as well as film composers like Howard Shore and Hans Zimmer. Dana's favorite thing about music is the creativity and expressivity that it offers. His favorite thing about teaching music are the students he works with. Everyone has their own musical journey, and being a mentor during that journey is the highest privilege. When taking lessons with Dana you can expect lessons tailored to your individual needs. He looks forward to getting to know you as a student and learning about your goals, interests, and learning style.