LESSONS
Hi! My name is Michael New (BIO). Thank you for your interest in studying music with me. Lessons are available for the following instruments for age 10 and up :
Guitar (any style, beginning-advanced)
Piano (beginning-intermediate)
Bass (beginning-intermediate)
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I also offer lessons and
tutoring in these areas:
Music Theory
Ear Training
Composition/Arranging
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Online lessons are also available (see below).
Jazz at the Suncoast 2018
With David Poe (left)
Whether you are a beginning or advanced player, I can help you reach your goals. While I aim to provide a customized lesson experience for each individual, all students will develop the necessary tools to successfully understand and perform any style of music.
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What to expect...
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We focus on the styles and genres that YOU like.
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We track your progress and set goals based on YOUR pace.
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When needed, you'll be provided with short lesson recap videos to make home practice easier.
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We'll use the latest in technology, like apps for ear training and software for music notation.
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Between my personal music library and the major online libraries, we can access virtually any song you'd like to play.
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You can study multiple instruments over time (up to two instruments at once).
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I can help you create, record, and even publish your own arrangements and compositions.
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Read some FEEDBACK from current and former students about their lesson experience.
Visit the GALLERY to view student photos and hear audio examples of student compositions and performances.
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TUITION and POLICIES
30 minute lessons: $150 / month
60 minute lessons: $300 / month
All students receive a FREE trial lesson!
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The monthly tuition is due at the first lesson of each month (cash, check, Cash App, Venmo, or Zelle) and reserves a day and time for ongoing weekly lessons. You are guaranteed 4 lessons in each month.
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