Ukulele lessons, guitar lessons, banjo lessons, mandolin lesson, bass, drums, keyboard lessons On-line and in-person outdoor (under canopy) 30+ years teaching experience, multi-instrumentalist, Prof. Nick Russo, B.S., M.A. is patient with children & adults. Nick's creative & fun pedagogy emphasizes listening & ear-training so students enjoy learning their music with focus on rhythm & time. *Ukulele teacher at PS144, PS101 *Queens Y instructor *Adjunct professor at Essex College *Jazz clinician (19+ yrs) at Kupferberg Center (Queens College) *Guest lecturer at Manhattanville College & Queens College. Russo performs with *Paul McCartney (at Gwyneth Paltrow's), Hot Sardines, Antonique Smith, *Jon Batiste (Colbert show), Rob Morrow, John Lithgow, The Hot Sardines, Frank London, *Zeb Bangash, Russell Hall, Bill Charlap, Jimmy McGriff & Teddy Charles. -One of many reviews: "Nick Russo has been teaching my son how to play the ukulele for over a year now. He is incredibly gentle and patient with children, and tailors his instruction to match the needs and interests of his students. Nick emphasizes a variety of ear training techniques, without sacrificing the need for classical training. My son has learned how to properly tune his instrument, read music, and improvise a variety of songs by ear. Most importantly, he enjoys his lessons and is motivated to continue playing. I cannot imagine finding a more positive and compassionate teacher for my child." - Elizabeth L, Queens, NY

Website: nickrusso.org

Phone: (718) 626-4486