World Music Company » rock music

Guitar and Piano Teacher David Waterman

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:17:45 +0000

GUITAR and PIANO

“Start now. Have fun. Take lessons. From me.”

A working musician, David teaches music because he loves to do it… and it lets him practice. A Beverly resident, David has been teaching for four years, two of them at World Music Company.

Dave Waterman is one of the most fun loving guitar and piano teachers at WMC. Dave’s weird and wonderful character is easily one of his best teaching tools. Ask anyone around WMC and they’ll tell you he has a knack of connecting with and reaching his younger students need for a fun and dynamic lesson each and every week. Dave also understands that some of his students need special encouragement to practice, “One student of mine gets a 5 minute karate lesson if he practices the week before.”

Originally posted 2009-07-17 17:17:57.

World Music Company Staff

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:47:54 +0000

John Devens- Executive Director

Rita Fields- Director of Finance

Lea Giblin- Student Coordinator, Store Manager, Graphic Designer

Originally posted 2009-07-22 00:45:32.

Cheryl Lawson

admin — Tue, 18 May 2010 18:44:56 +0000

GUITAR, DRUMS, and PIANO

“You are never too old for anything you may take an interest in. Always go for it!”

Music has always been a part of Cheryl’s life, and she’s wanted to pass along her love for music since her days of musical education in college. Cheryl has learned that students need to be patient- and willing to be “bad” long enough to get good at their instrument.

Cheryl also leads the Girls Rock Band Class. “I’ve seen the challenges that young girls have growing in the rock world,” Cheryl says. “And I’ve always wanted to be part of helping young girls grow in the World of Rock ‘n’ Roll.”

A music teacher for nearly 5 years, Cheryl joined the World Music Company faculty in September of 2008. She says that she has been “amazed and inspired by how quickly my students pick things up.”

Originally posted 2009-07-22 18:44:43.

David Maller

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:21:54 +0000

TRUMPET, BRASSWINDS, RECORDER, and PIANO
Music is critical to Dave. He believes that music helps to improve a student’s intellect, opens doors for traveling and meeting ineresting new people. But he knows that sometimes students need special nurturing and support to blossom in music.

David Maller has dedicated a good portion of his life to teaching his private students as well as, working as a music teacher for the Chicago Public Schools. He has taught classes in General Music, Choir, Instrumental Music, Music History, a Baroque trumpet ensemble and a Special Education reading class.

David received a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Northeastern Illinois University in 1992. He also studied historical and modern manufacturing techniques including Machine Shop classes at Triton College

David has also played historical and modern trumpets for many Chicago land bands and orchestras, including the Lakeshore Symphony where he was the principal trumpet for 8 years and the Lincolnwood Chamber Orchestra to name a few. Mr. Maller has also made the final rounds of the Historic Division of the National Trumpet Competition in Fairfax, VA for the last several years.

David Maller also started Maller Brass Instruments (formerly known as Maller Baroque Brass Instruments) in 2000.

www.mallerbrass.com

Originally posted 2009-07-20 18:46:19.

Friday Night Rock Concert

admin — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:12:49 +0000

John Devens, Executive Director of WMC, believes that World Music Company has helped to mold young bands in our neigborhood. Devens feels it is really important to help facilitate those bands as well. According to Devens, “We give local bands an opportunity to experience playing a show with a professional soundman and professional equipment.” World Music Company is well known for its intimate venue and great sound quality.

Please call John Devens at (773)779-7059 if you are interested in booking a Friday night gig. Rock band night is the third Friday of every month.

Gigs are open to all genres of music.

Originally posted 2009-07-19 23:32:33.

Open Mic on Fridays

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:22:55 +0000

We have open mics on the first, second, third, and fourth Fridays of every month. The first Friday is Electric Open Mic. The Electric nite is for electronic instruments and combos. Acoustic music is ok. We don’t neccessarily want to make rules about the music, but this is the night when you can really kick it and get loud! The second and fourth Fridays are acoustic nites. You can play a rock style of music if you want, we just like to keep it down on these nites, and accomodate those players who come out and treat us to classical and fingerstyle jazz, etc. The third Friday is Rock Band nite. We host up to three local bands from 7-10pm. All of our open mics feature pot-luck, and your contributions are appreciated. Cover is only $4. Check out the southside’s best talent.

Originally posted 2009-07-01 21:25:56.

Doug Summers

admin — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:02:40 +0000

Guitar and Bass Guitar

“There is nothing I can show you that you can’t figure out on your own. I’ll just show it to you faster. Come have fun and learn guitar with me.”

Doug is well known for being one of the best guitar players around. Countless years of playing the guitar, solo and with many local bands, have helped Doug to deliver the mechanical facet of mastering the fretboard. Doug is very conscious of each of his student’s need to find their own niche.

Originally posted 2009-07-20 18:36:35.

Meghan McKown

admin — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:02:26 +0000

VOICE

TeachingPhilosophy Every voice is a unique instrument! In my studio I provide a relaxed, positive environment where students feel comfortable to sing without inhibitions. This makes progress easy and enjoyable. Lessons are catered to each student’s individual talents and goals. My students sing only what they enjoy and feel passionate about.

Vocal Technique
I am a classically trained vocalist with a degree in Jazz Performance. I’ve performed in rock, funk, R&B, Blues, Country and Folk bands and have found that classical technique can be applied to any genre. I teach with a focus on healthy singing, breath control and vocal strength and flexibility.

The Educated Vocalist
I arm my students with knowledge on how to read music, choose keys and write their own lead sheets. Music theory is not drudgery because it is worked into the vocal exercises and repertoire study. A student can choose to learn as much or as little theory as he/she likes.

Originally posted 2009-07-22 18:57:07.