Daniel D., Guitar Teacher, Long Island
(516) 568-4942
About Me:
My mission as a guitar player has always been to create music as pure as possible. Studying the masters is great, although in my teachings I also stress the importance of having a strong understanding in music theory, something I gained from my degree obtained at Hartt School of Music and something I intend to better by working towards my Masters. As a teacher I like to incorporate these concepts into the process of learning songs so that the student gains an understanding for these theoretical concepts while enjoying the act of making music.
Styles:
Jazz, Rock, Rockabilly, Blues, Country, Pop, Funk, Fusion, Folk
Subjects:
Harmony, Theory, Songwriting, Arranging, Jazz Music History, Rock Music History
Ages:
Elementary School, Pre-teen, Teenage, Adult
Availability:
Teaching anywhere within Nassau or Suffolk counties would be optimal.
Major Influences:
I have studied various styles of guitar. Some of my major blues influences have included individuals such as Albert King, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Eric Clapton to name a few. In the Jazz idiom I have studied the styles of individuals such as Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, Duke Robbilard, Barney Kessel, Wes Montgomery, Jay Geils and many more gifted individuals. My influences span into the country and rock genre as well.
To inquire about Guitar lessons with Daniel, please fill out the Inquiry Form on this page, or call us at (516) 568-4942.
Daniel also teaches bass up to an intermediate level.
Experience:
- Performed at St. John's Annual Blues festival with my own Blues Band, opening for headline acts such as Carey Bell and Renie Austin. [2005 - 2006]
- Perform frequently with Blues/Jazz band at Chesterfields Blues club in Huntington, New York. [2005 - Present]
- Taught students privately for many years. [2003 - Present]
- Graduate of Hartt School of Music. [2003 - 2007]
- Masters student furthering my study in Jazz guitar. [2007 - Present]
Education:
- Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance (BM), Hartt School of Music [2007]
Studied With:
- Rnady Johnston, Rich Goldstein, Steve Davis, Nat Reeves [2003 - 2007]
Certifications:
- Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance, Hartt School of Music [2007]
Recent Performances:
- Chesterfields Blues and Jazz Club [June, 2007]
Daniel teaches in-home lessons, but also teaches from a studio.
Studio Description:
Amps, Guitars, Basses, Drums, Full P.A. system and recording capabilities for the students and full varied Music library provided.