Meet Our Music Teachers in Bryan/College Station
Meet the Music Lessons 1on1 instructors who teach private music lessons in guitar, piano, voice, drums, violin, viola, cello, bass, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, fiddle, and more. Our teachers work with kids, teens, college students, adults, and families from Bryan, College Station, and the surrounding Brazos Valley area.
How We Choose Our Teachers
Our instructors are selected for more than musical ability. We look for teachers who are skilled, reliable, encouraging, and able to connect with students at different ages and experience levels.
““Our instructors are carefully screened, professionally trained and highly skilled. Their personality and character are as important to me as their musical expertise. I’m very picky when it comes to selecting instructors.””
Greg N.
Founder, Music Lessons 1on1
Master Guitar Certification, Berklee
TAMU Class ‘96
“Greg holds a Master Guitar Certificate from Berklee and is a member of the Texas A&M University Class of 1996. He founded Music Lessons 1on1 out of a desire to do work that was meaningful and lasting.
Greg believes that teaching creates a legacy: musicians who are encouraged and inspired often go on to encourage and inspire others. He is grateful for the opportunity to help students grow through music. Over the past two decades, Music Lessons 1on1 has worked with thousands of students throughout the Bryan–College Station area.”
Offers lessons in Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Worship Training, Piano, Music Theory
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““I just wanted to say thank you! You and your staff have been so awesome with the boys. They totally rocked their talent show not only with their music ability but also sense of confidence and excitement. I couldn’t be more proud of them or happy with all that you and your teachers do to support them.””
James K.
“James is a Biomedical Sciences student at Texas A&M University and an active musician with experience on both piano and violin. He performs with the Texas A&M Chamber Orchestra and enjoys playing a wide range of styles, including classical, pop, and jazz.
Music has been an important part of James’s life, and he enjoys helping students experience both the personal satisfaction of learning an instrument and the joy of sharing music with others. His teaching approach is encouraging and well-rounded, with an emphasis on helping students build confidence, musical understanding, and a lasting connection with music.”
Offers lessons in Violin and Piano.
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““Music Lessons 1on1 has top quality staff and instructors. It’s a true asset to the community.””
David D.
“David comes from a large musical family and has been playing piano for more than a decade. He has performed for both audiences and judges and enjoys continuing to grow as a musician while sharing that experience with students.
He sees music as a meaningful form of expression and enjoys helping students build confidence at the piano, strengthen their skills, and develop their own connection with music in an encouraging learning environment.”
Offers lessons in Piano.
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““Great people. I couldn’t see myself going anywhere else. These people care about music and the learning process. For them, it is about teaching in a way that works best for me.””
Sasha O.
“Sasha is an Astrophysics and Mathematics student at Texas A&M University and has been playing cello for more than a decade. She performs with the Brazos Civic Orchestra and has also played with the Texas A&M Chamber Orchestra, in addition to working as a freelance cellist.
With four years of teaching experience, Sasha enjoys helping students make steady progress while keeping lessons positive and engaging. Her goal is to help each student build confidence, strengthen their skills, and enjoy the process of working toward their musical goals.”
Offers lessons in Cello
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““I believe the best teachers strive to make themselves unneeded by their students. There is nothing more rewarding than a student progressing to the point that the teacher’s job is complete.””
John D.
“John has been playing piano for many years and has about five years of teaching experience. He enjoys helping students explore music in a way that feels encouraging, engaging, and suited to their individual interests.
His own musical interests range from classical favorites like Clair de Lune to familiar seasonal music and beyond. John especially enjoys seeing students discover the satisfaction and creativity that come from learning to play the piano.”
Offers lessons in Piano
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““My daughter is very young, and other teachers would not even consider teaching her.
Her teacher was not afraid and gives 100% even though it’s not always easy. Even at 3 my daughter now pays attention to rhythm at home.
Excellent teacher, excellent school.””
Lora S.
“Cade is a Mechatronic Engineering Technology student at Texas A&M University and an active drummer with a strong interest in country rock and hard rock. He currently plays drums with Cowboy Fellowship of Aggieland and enjoys bringing that real-world playing experience into his lessons.
His teaching approach is encouraging and growth-focused. Cade wants students to develop solid drumming skills, greater confidence, and a stronger sense of themselves as musicians while enjoying the process of learning.”
Offers lessons in Drums.
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Andrew (AJ) H.
“AJ is an experienced performing musician who has played more than 700 shows across the country and worked alongside hundreds of artists. His performing background spans country, rock, blues, and other styles, giving students the benefit of extensive real-world experience as both a player and collaborator.
As a multi-instrumentalist, AJ enjoys helping students understand not only how to play songs, but how music works—from melody, harmony, and improvisation to song structure and arrangement. His teaching focuses on practical skills that help students learn efficiently, become more confident musicians, and work toward their own musical goals.”
Offers lessons in Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin & Banjo
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““I would recommend Music Lessons 1on1 to anyone from any music background. Definitely the best place to go to suit all your music needs!””
Emily L.
“Emily is a Human Resource Development student at Texas A&M University and has been playing piano for nine years. Music has been an important part of her life, giving her a place to grow, express herself, and build confidence—qualities she enjoys helping her students develop as well.
She has taught students of different ages in a variety of music settings, including elementary music classrooms and three years of keyboard percussion instruction at a local high school. Emily brings a patient, encouraging approach to lessons and especially enjoys helping younger students build confidence, strong fundamentals, and a lasting love of music.”
Offers lessons in Percussion Keyboard & Piano
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Valerie T.
“Valerie has studied classical and jazz piano for more than a decade and brings that broad musical background into her teaching. She is passionate about helping students develop both practical playing skills and a deeper understanding of music.
Her teaching style is relaxed, encouraging, and centered on each student’s individual goals. Valerie blends technique, music theory, creativity, and enjoyable practice strategies so students can make steady progress while building a lasting connection with music.”
Offers lessons in Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Music Theory and Composition
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Alejandra M.
“Alejandra is an Electronic Systems Engineering Technology student at Texas A&M University and has been playing piano for 16 years. Her musical background includes contemporary and traditional church music, pop, and band performance, giving her experience across a wide range of styles.
Growing up in a musical family and learning from inspiring teachers encouraged Alejandra to continue expanding as a musician, including studying acoustic and electric guitar. As an instructor, she enjoys helping students build confidence, develop strong musical skills, and discover the same lasting love for music that shaped her own musical journey.”
Offers lessons in Guitar & Piano
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““The relationship that my kids establish with their teachers is so important. I’ve been very pleased and impressed with the interaction and mentoring your staff have provided them. They are great role models on top of being fantastic teachers!””
Rob W.
Rob is an experienced performer and teacher who works with students in bass guitar, voice, guitar, and piano. His musical background includes a wide range of live performance settings, and he brings that practical experience into every lesson. Rob enjoys helping students grow in confidence, strengthen their musical skills, and become more comfortable as performers.
Specializes in bass guitar and voice.
Specializes in Bass Guitar & Voice.
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Melanie G.
Melanie has loved singing from an early age, beginning with school choir and musical theatre and developing a lifelong appreciation for storytelling through song. She brings that enthusiasm into her lessons and enjoys helping students discover greater confidence and expression in their own voices.
Her teaching approach is encouraging and growth-focused, helping students challenge themselves, strengthen their vocal skills, and develop the confidence to perform and communicate through music.
Offers lessons in Voice
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““I took up piano lessons with them as an adult (zero prior experience) and it was a great experience.””
Darryl D.
“Darrel has been playing drums for nine years and has performed in a wide variety of musical settings, from steel pan ensembles to hardcore punk bands. That range of experience has given him a deep appreciation for the versatility of the drums and the many different sounds, rhythms, and styles they can produce.
As a teacher, Darrel enjoys helping students develop both technical skill and their own musical identity. Whether a student is interested in metal, jazz, rock, or something completely different, he encourages them to understand the music they admire, practice with purpose, and grow into more confident and expressive musicians..”
Offers lessons in Drums
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““Thank you so much to all your teachers! They’re all so wonderful and we’ve enjoyed watching our boy’s progress. They so look forward to their weekly lessons at Music Lessons 1on1!””
Ellie P.
“Ellie is a violinist who performs with ensembles at Texas A&M and has developed a strong musical foundation through years of playing and orchestral experience. Music has been an important part of her life, and she enjoys sharing that enthusiasm with students.
She especially enjoys working with younger musicians and creating an encouraging environment where students can build strong fundamentals, grow in confidence, and develop a lasting enjoyment of music.”
Offers lessons in Violin and Viola
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““Music does not discriminate against age or one’s own perception of musical ability. You’re never too old or young to learn an instrument or sing. EVERYONE has musical potential, many simply need a good teacher to help them connect with this potential.””