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Andy S.-

Andy S.-

TRMC Certified
Student Favorite
Keller, TX

Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Song Writing Lessons


Home or Studio or Webcam

30 years teaching; 35 yea Years

About Me

Guitarist/Vocalist/Composer/Arranger/Director Andy, well-versed musician in many disciplines of music. He began his formal pursuit at the prestigious University of North Texas where he received his Bachelor's of Arts in Jazz Performance. He then went back to UNT to receive a Master's in Jazz Arranging/Composition studying under Grammy award-winning arranger/composer, Richard DeRosa. During his time at UNT, he was able to perform and arrange for the world renown 1 o’clock lab band under the direction of Steve Weist and the UNT Jazz Singers under the direction of Jennifer Barnes as well as countless other small and large ensembles. Andy has also been composing and performing since his youth and has developed his own unique writing style comprised of the multitude of genres that has influenced his musical direction. He has also written/arranged/performed and recorded for many artists over the last 25 years. Andy has also been an educator since 1993 and currently is Director/Arranger of the Rockin' Axes and Contemporary Guitar Ensemble of SFA University as well been the applied guitar and bass professor. Expectations of Students: Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to possess when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals. Andy also strongly believes that service to humanity is of the utmost importance. He has performed for and been a part of many worthwhile causes such as the Dallas Life Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes, Food For Hunger Organizations, Medi Send, as well as Habitat for Humanity. He currently holds a position as well as a Therapeutic Music Entertainer for ; KidLinks is committed to linking kids to healing, hope, and happiness through music and media.

Andy S.- has over 30 years teaching; 35 yea years of music experience in the Keller area.

Andy S.- is proficient in and teaches Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Song Writing Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

Associate's in Music PerformanceDecember
Miami Dade College
Pro Tools CertificationDecember
ProMedia Dallas
Bacehlor's in Jazz Studies PerformaneDecember
University of North Texas
Master's in Jazz Studies Arranging/Compositin December
University of North Texas


What to expect in my Record Engineer Produce

Beginner - Intermediate

I work primarily with Pro Tools.


What to expect in my Song Writing Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

I believe first and foremost in supporting and developing what musically inspires a student’s decision to study and/or play music. In order to fully develop control, musicality and understanding of the music language, it is important to focus on several aspects of music including music theory (scale and harmonic structure/function and rhythm) ear-training, reading and performance skills. Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to posses when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals.


What to expect in my Bass Guitar Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate

I believe first and foremost in supporting and developing what musically inspires a student’s decision to study and/or play music. In order to fully develop control, musicality and understanding of the music language, it is important to focus on several aspects of music including music theory (scale and harmonic structure/function and rhythm) ear-training, reading and performance skills. Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to posses when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals.


What to expect in my Vocal Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

I believe first and foremost in supporting and developing what musically inspires a student’s decision to study and/or play music. In order to fully develop control, musicality and understanding of the music language, it is important to focus on several aspects of music including music theory (scale and harmonic structure/function and rhythm) ear-training, reading and performance skills. Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to posses when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals.


What to expect in my Guitar Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

I believe first and foremost in supporting and developing what musically inspires a student’s decision to study and/or play music. In order to fully develop control, musicality and understanding of the music language, it is important to focus on several aspects of music including music theory (scale and harmonic structure/function and rhythm) ear-training, reading and performance skills. Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to posses when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals.



Formal Education:

Bachelor's of Music in Jazz Studies Performance- University of North Texas Master's of Music in Jazz Studies Arranging/Composition- Universisty of North Texas Pro Tools certification-Pro Media Dallas

Performing Experience:

Andy is an accomplished musician in many styles of music. He performs regularly in Jazz combos, string quartets, pop, rock as well as singer songwriter groups regularly in the North Texas area. He also has recorded with artists locally and from the Miami and Washington D.C. areas. Andy has arranged an original composition by world renowned jazz artist, Kurt Rosenwinkel, which was performed by Kurt himself along with the, Grammy award winning, University of North Texas’s One O’clock lab band in Spring of 2010. 

Experience Teaching:

Teaching privately since 1993. Currently Director/arranger of the two Rockin' Axes ensembles, the Contemporay Ensemble, the Rockin' Axes Vocal Lab as well Professor for Guitar/Bass at SFA State University. 

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Genres Taught:
  • Rock
  • Pop
  • Blues
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Country
  • Acoustic
  • Christian
  • R&B
  • Gospel
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Teacher 's Studio
  • Webcam
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 6:00pm 6:30pm View
Tue off off View
Wed 4:00pm 5:00pm View
Thu 5:30pm 6:30pm View
Fri 5:30pm 6:00pm View
Sat 12:30pm 1:30pm View
Sun off off View
Last updated on 02/13/2022
Map:
Andy S.- is willing to travel up to a distance of 5 Miles to teach a lesson in your home.
Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
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Review:

Very pleased

Mr. Andy is very patient with my 8 year old who tends to talk a lot and get off topic. He is able to get her back on track without frustrating her, but also calls her out if he knows she hasn't worked hard during the week between lessons. I like that she has to learn how to read music as well as chords. He pushes her hard enough that she is challenged and progressing. Debbie wrote on Sat, 18 Aug 2018

    Great Vocal instructions

    Andy has been my voice instructor for a few months now and I am very pleased with the progress. He is well educated and very talented. I have studied under other instructors and I am most impressed with Andy. Joe W. wrote on Fri, 01 Mar 2019

      Why did I wait so long???

      I just had my first vocal lesson with Andy this past weekend and I don't know why I've waiting so long to do this. I've been a bass player in bands for so many years, and doing some lead vocals and backing vocals that were so so. Andy's given me some great tools to start with and I'm excited about where this is going! Tolbert Pitman wrote on Mon, 13 Feb 2023

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