Andy Wasserman is an accomplished composer and arranger who also gives private lessons to aspiring musicians who wish to create their own music. He welcomes beginners who are new to composition and/or arranging, as well as the more advanced musicians and songwriters who have already begun to craft their own music.

His current roster of composition students consist of very motivated and inspired budding composers in elementary school, middle school and high school grade levels, as well as adult students and professional musicians.

Private lessons in composition very often include instruction in George Russell's Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal Organization. Maestro Russell was Wasserman's composition and theory professor at New England Conservatory of Music. This "Concept" is easily assimilated by students who have little or no previous study in traditional Western music theory. The fundamentals of music theory are essential to the study of composition, and "The Concept" is a map that explains what the music itself is telling us about it's innate structure.

Wasserman's composition students are encouraged to find their own voice, their own message, and their own story. He gives them the tools that work best for them to break down the barriers between their musical truths and the expression of those truths. His students in arranging learn how to arrange either original compositions or already existing repertoire from any stylistic genre in pieces for any instrumentation, ensemble or vocal group. Notation software is also taught as the latest way to create your own professional sheet music.

• To learn more about George Russell and his Lydian Chromatic Concept, click HERE.
• Much more detailed information on Andy's background as a composer can be found HERE.
• Read about Andy's lessons in Digital Music Technology for the student of compostion and arranging HERE.

Most of the 86 recorded tracks on the LISTEN page of this website contain original compositions and arrangements by Andy. He also performs as an instrumentalist as well on all these tracks. To listen to the 14 jukeboxes of his music organized by style, click HERE.

Please contact Andy to discuss your interest in private lessons in composition and/or arranging, either in person or via webcam and video conferencing.

For general information about Andy's music instruction, including curriculum, policy, testimonials and links to his educational and professional resume, CLICK HERE.

ANDY WASSERMAN'S PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS MISSION STATEMENT

Wasserman's mission is to nurture, motivate and inspire the innate talent within each student. This is achieved by creating a unique program of study that leads to the fulfillment of their complete musical potential. He truly enjoys teaching, and maintains a fresh and vibrant atmosphere during the lessons by meeting the challenge to find what is most productive for each student. This educational philosophy allows room for experimentation in terms of course of study, books, and curriculum content. The goal is to allow the student to tap into the positive emotions and mindset that fuel the fire of passion for learning through the joy of music making.

Unlike many other professional musicians who teach, he not only enjoys working with the advanced student, but is humbled and honored to be working with children with no previous experience. This is evident in the comfortable learning atmosphere he creates that fosters the development of a love and appreciation for all that music has to offer.

The study of a musical instrument accelerates the growth of intelligence and establishes a keen sense of personal discipline while nuturing the valuable virtue of patience. By focusing the mind and calming the nerves, music making is one of the healthiest outlets for self-expression, balance, creativity and joy.