Meet My Very First Student, Kevin, & Check Out His IMPRESSIVE Video Debuts.
Meet My Very First Student, Kevin, & Check Out His IMPRESSIVE Video Debuts.
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My first music student just released his debut video!
In February of 2023, Kevin DeTrude, who writes poetry and lyrics, didn't know how to play a single instrument. He wanted to learn composition and asked if I knew anyone who could teach him to write music. But every music teacher I asked turned him down, saying he needed to learn an instrument first—that he was "putting the cart before the horse."
Although I had never taught before, I told Kevin I knew enough to get him started. Standard course materials didn’t fit his unique situation, so we blazed our own path. I started him on an arranger keyboard and taught him to write specifically for the production process.
"Brand New Start" is the second song Kevin ever wrote. "Dark Nights" is the third. I guided him through the entire lifecycle of the track: from composition and production to logging into the copyright office and securing the rights. I even provided template contracts for hiring session musicians. We covered everything from the initial idea to the finished product.
My Philosophy:
I may not be a virtuoso, but I’ve played on stage with great musicians and know how to have fun with music. My goal is to be the outfitter for your musical journey.
Services:
I offer private lessons and workshops. If you are interested in a holistic approach to music training—from songwriting to production business—for more information, click below.
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