Dave - The Music Man

I've been teaching music for 22 years. I started out as a full time private guitar/ bass/ piano instructor. I then went into the public school system teaching pre-k through 6th general and vocal music. Later, I transfered to high school to teach music theory and guitar. I did that for about 7 years. I am now back teaching general music and voice to 1st through 5th grade.

I tend to be very cerebral in my approach to lesson plans and kinesthetic in the classroom room. My main philosophy is that music, first and foremost, brings joy. If that is not happening in my lesson, then it's time to change it.

Received countless drawings, letters of thanks, favorite teacher certificates, gift cards to dunkin' donuts, Christmas ornaments, and hugs from students. One even wrote me a check for a million dollars (I didn't cash it).

Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education Masters in Educational Leadership

Married 15 years. Father of an athlete (14), an actress (13), and an artist (10)... and a new black lab! (1)