Andy Wilson offers private instruction in harmonica, trumpet, button-style accordion, ukulele, and Irish tin whistle. Lessons are available in person in Lansing, Michigan or remotely via Zoom. Andy is also available for group workshops and Blues in Schools programs. Andy has more than 20 years of professional performing experience and holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from Michigan State University.
Private lessons are offered at a rate of $35 per half hour.
Harmonica
Harmonica lessons are offered in all styles and levels. Andy is proficient on diatonic, chromatic, tremolo, bass, and chord harmonica, focusing on jazz, blues, and bluegrass. Students will learn technique along with music theory, giving them the ability to communicate better with other musicians. Full time students are also offered discounts on harmonica repair.
Button-style Accordion
Diatonic button accordion is taught at the beginner to intermediate level. Students will learn right and left hand technique for all styles. Traditional Cajun songs and ornaments are included for the the single row, Cajun accordion.
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Trumpet
Trumpet lessons are taught in the approach of Michigan State
University's Jazz Studies program. Classical and jazz students are
welcome and will see improvements in range and technique. Music theory
and improvisation round out the program.
Pennywhistle
Lessons on the pennywhistle (tin whistle) are available at the beginning to intermediate level. Students will learn traditional Irish jigs, reels, and airs, as well as an introduction to Irish ornaments.
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