My son (13) worked with Dan for over two years. Dan was always patient and supportive, and built a great rapport with him. It was clear that Dan cared about his students and their growth as musicians. Dan was also flexible in working with us on those weeks our schedule changed to help ensure we didn’t miss a session. Overall, we highly recommend him.
Dan O Music Academy
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- 62 hires
- Based in Laurel, MD
- 15 years in business
- 2 employees
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About Dan O Music Academy
Laurel's Premier Music School for High-Quality Music Education. College-Educated Teachers Who Emphasize Reading and Excellence in Music. In-studio and Virtual Music Lessons for Guitar and Piano Ages 5+. From Dan- "Teaching is my passion, and I use that passion to ignite the love of music and learning in my students. The essence of learning is the discovery of new pastures and the overcoming of obstacles on the path to free and joyful expression. Regardless of your age or experience level, you can count on me to meet you where you are and communicate with the latent potential within you to grow and develop. Each of my students has a unique path, and I remind myself that every student learns and thinks differently. I teach in a way that brings together the mind, body, and spirit so that my students, beginner to advanced, may have a holistic and rich experience of music." This is the culture of musical learning and expression that I bring to my school and instill within the teachers who work here. We serve students on Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, and Piano. My formal education in Classical Guitar equips me to aid students seeking a musical foundation on the guitar and also those aspiring to enter college programs. I am fully set up for the 21st century, using Zoom with visual assistance and classroom-style technology for the teaching of Music Theory as well as for visual learners. Students participate in Recitals, and can Engage in Annual Music Retreats where the perform and put together a music video with other students.
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Dan is an incredible guitar teacher. His education and experience enable him to move seamlessly from theory, to technique, to practical advice. He is able to explain the same topic in multiple ways to ensure it clicks at the individual level. Finally, he is a genuinely good and encouraging person which makes it much easier to overcome the fear of making mistakes. I can't recommend him highly enough.
I wanted to get my 9 yr old daughter involved with guitar lessons but knew I had to find the right teacher. Within a few minutes of her first lesson I knew Dan was the right teacher for her. He’s professional and clearly talented but more importantly he’s patient, kind, and knows when to challenge her. He presents a fun and safe environment to learn. She’s had weekly lessons for over 3 months now and it’s something we both look forward to every week. Whether you’re considering lessons for yourself or your child I highly recommend reaching out to Dan.
Dan is an excellent teacher who meets you where you are and tailors his approach to your goals and experience level. I am a later-in-life learner, and was essentially starting from zero as a guitarist and in my formal knowledge of music. Dan has been really effective in getting me on my way. I've learned a lot in just a few months of working with him, and am looking forward to continuing my learning journey with his guidance.
I have been sending both of my kids - aged 9 and 11 - to Daniel. They adore the classes and the energy he brings to them. Daniel is professional, patient, and his passion for music shines through in every lesson. He tailors his teaching to each child's pace and strengths, fostering a love for learning. Daniel's positivity and encouragement create a supportive environment where my kids feel motivated to excel. We're grateful for his guidance on this musical journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Daniel to everyone who wants to bring some music into their life.
Daniel was able to quickly assess my skill level and what new topics would be most productive for me to work on. He is patient, understanding, and supportive. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my lessons with him and definitely recommend him to anyone of any amount of experience with guitar.
I've been playing guitar for years but recently decided I wanted to start playing classical. Daniel has been excellent to work with. I walked away from the first lesson with some great information and motivation to keep practicing. He's a great teacher and listener. He definitely has me pointed in the right direction on my goal to play classical guitar.
Working with Daniel has been a great experience as a beginner. He is a patient, knowledgeable, and kind teacher. I feel that my guitar skills and confidence have improved greatly after just a few lessons with him.
Working with Daniel has been an awesome experience! He is insanely easy going and patient despite his high level skill set. He makes each lesson both productive and fun. Price point is much for reasonable than many other in person options I’ve seen. Working over zoom works great and makes it even more stress free. Definitely recommend.
I am a somewhat self-taught player (used Fender app for some time to learn the basics), but I needed a real human to help me make faster progress and to hold me accountable to my goal to learn to play guitar. I was nervous that a legit guitar player would turn me away for my subpar playing. Daniel has been nothing but supremely patient with me, identifying issues that I never would have caught on my own, and helping me craft a more targeted practice routine. With Daniel’s guidance, I’m seeing real progress in my playing and in my ability to read music!
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