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I'm River- an American musician living and teaching in Amsterdam. I have a Master's Degree in Jazz Bass Performance from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and 10 years teaching experience with all ages. I play both electric and double bass across many genres- Classical, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Folk, and more! I believe in tailoring my classes to my students interests, so let me know what your goals are and we will work to get you there!
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At teacher's location: Waterlandpleinbuurt, Amsterdam, Netherlands
At student's location: Around Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English |
About Me
As a musician and educator, I believe the most important role of a teacher is to inspire a love of music in young students. I have seen time and time again that when lessons are focused on fun and exploration, students make exponential progress. For this reason, I tailor my lessons to students interests and capacities, taking into account their own musical goals and aspirations. Even more importantly, I believe in giving students ownership in their education. I have seen that when young people have the agency to make musical choices, they rise to the occasion, becoming much more engaged and excited for their lessons. This could mean anything from coming up with new games together, all the way to making our own arrangements of pieces.Education
Oberlin Conservatory- Bachelor's of Music (USA)Southern Utah University- Master's in Audio Technology (USA)
Conservatorium van Amsterdam- Master's of Music (NL)
Experience / Qualifications
I have over 10 years experience as a professional musician, composer, and educator. I have toured and given masterclasses in over 15 countries including the States, Japan, India, South Africa, Nepal, and Israel, and will be releasing my debut album with my trio, Flatland Prayer, next year!Do you need help preparing for exams or auditions, or improving your writing?
I'm River- an American musician living and teaching in Amsterdam. I have a Master's Degree in Jazz Bass Performance from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and 10 years teaching experience with all ages. I write music across many genres- Classical, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Folk, and more! I believe in tailoring my classes to my students interests, so let me know what your goals are and we will work to get you there!
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