Paul Fredericks
Creative Private Music Teacher accomplished at designing and
implementing diverse music lessons for students aged 6 to 80.
A dedicated and passionate professional with expertise in:
performances, compositions, & jazz improv.
In-depth knowledge of instructional theories and practices.
Skills on multiple instruments, such as Piano, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Drums,
& Percussion. Degree in Music, & multiple certifications in music.
Seymour, CT, USA http://PaulFredericksMusic.com/
Work Experience
Master Music Instructor •
Music & Arts, Fairfield CT
September 2020 - Present
"Master" Level Music Instructor.
Teaching dozens of students of various ages and difficulties, from beginner-expert in:
Guitar - Acoustic, Electric, & Bass Guitar.
Piano, Music Theory, Songwriting,
Music Production, & more.
Helping with day-to-day clean up, & some sales.
Music Instructor •
Westover School, Middlebury CT
September 2023 - Present
Private Music Instructor.
Teaching a few students of various ages and difficulties, from to beginner-expert in:
Guitar - Acoustic, Electric, & Bass Guitar.
Piano, Music Theory, Songwriting, Music Production, & more.
Independent Music Professional •
Paul Fredericks Music
June 2009 - Present
I run my own online & in-person tutoring business under "Paul Fredericks Music".
I have had hundreds of students over the years, in person and online.
From ages 5 to 80. Beginners to experts, to producers and more.
I have also composed music, such as video game sound tracks and jingles under this name.
I have also recorded as a studio musician on various projects under said name.
Online Private Music Instructor •
Wyzant, Musika, LessonFace, & TakeLessons
February 2018 - Present
I also have been teaching at various online schools,
such as: Wyzant, Musika LLC, Lessons.com, TakeLessons.com, & LessonFace.com
I have had dozens of online students over the years,
From ages 5 to 80. Beginners to experts, to producers and more.
Private Music Instructor •
Blue Bus Music, Ridgefield CT
September 2020 - March 2021
Worked as a private music teacher for solo, one on one, guitar, and piano lessons both in person and online.
The age of students ranged from 5-15 years old.
Private Music Instructor •
Kokopelli School of Music, Seymour CT
September 2012 - August 2013
Worked as a private music teacher for solo, one on one, and group lessons, all in person.
I taught guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums, and general music group classes.
The age of students ranged from 5-15 years old.
I also helped advertise the school via online & social media.
Helped set up and produce 3 recitals at various local venues for the students.
Education
2006 - 2009
Cooperative Arts & Humanities
High School, New Haven, CT
Music Performance - Band -
Piano, Percussion, & Guitar
2010 - 2013
University of Bridgeport,
Bridgeport, CT
Music Performance - Piano & Guitar, Music Theory & Composition
2020 - 2020
Berklee College of Music ONLINE
Developing Your Musicianship
4 Course Specialization, Including:
Developing Your Musicianship,
Musicianship: Chord Charts, Diatonic Chords, and Minor Keys,
Musicianship: Tensions, Harmonic Function, and Modal Interchange.
Developing Your Musicianship: Final Project
2020 - 2020
Berklee College of Music ONLINE
Music Education for Teachers
4 Course Specialization, Including:
Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom,
Arranging for Songwriters,
Jazz Improvisation,
& The Art of Music Production
Programs
- DAW's Like:
- Propellerhead's Reason
- Ableton
- Audacity
- ProTools
- Music Notation Software:
- Musescore
- Finale
- Sibelius
- Neck Diagrams
- Photo & Video Editing:
- Photoshop / Photopea
- Movavi / DaVinci Resolve
Instruments & Skills
- Piano
- Guitar, Bass Guitar
- Drums & Percussion
- Banjo
- Ukulele
- Genres Include: Rock, Classical, Jazz, Funk, POP, Hip-Hop,
Video Game, & more.
- Genres Include: Rock, Classical, Jazz, Funk, POP, Hip-Hop,
- Music Theory, AP, Jazz, & more
- Music Composition, & Songwriting
- Music Production
Languages
- English — Native
