Private Lessons & Coaches in Barnum Island, NY

"All art is a kind of confession."~James Baldwin From my beginnings as a vocalist, actor, and director, I have embarked on an incredible journey that continues to surprise me. My passion for music composition and video editing has allowed me to transition from experimenting with sounds to crafting immersive video narratives, all fueled by a deep love of storytelling.

I've been teaching private music lessons for 30 years. My goal is to have my students learn more about who they are as an individual through a methodical and interactive study that involves the deep roots of foundational theory combined with improvisational interactions and applications to create a wholistic knowledge of 3 dimensional self expression. My Bio: Sean Nowell holds degrees from Berklee College of Music in Jazz Composition and Manhattan School of Music in Jazz Performance and is a 30 year musical freelancer, educator and recording artist. He has played broadway shows, composed and improvised film scores, music for ballet and theatre, 20th century classical music, big band and small jazz ensembles, commercial music and has pushed the boundaries of saxophone and flute by integrating electronic effects pedals into his musical language. He has traveled and collaborated with dancers, actors, painters, stilt walkers, and acrobats on multiple international tours as Musical Director for Bond Street Theatre and has represented The Istanbul Jazz Festival at Universities around Turkey with his Multimedia Electro-Jazz Ensemble, The Kung-Fu Masters. With his hip-hop theater collective, Soul Inscribed, he has represented the United States as Artistic Ambassador in Russia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Peru, and Mauritius. Soul Inscribed won a Fulbright grant to continue their work with kids in Mauritius. He performed at The Shaolin Temple, did a 6 city tour in China and was the American Representative at International Jazz Day in Accra, Ghana. He toured Europe multiple times with his NYC/Stockholm acoustic jazz band, The New York Jazz Exchange and hosted weekly Free-Improv R&B Funk jams in Queens, NY. He is also the American Representative for an innovative electronic Midi wind instrument for saxophonists called the EMEO. His interest in utilizing cutting edge music technology has led him to recently give masterclasses at The American School of Modern Music in Paris and Loyola University in New Orleans.

"Sean Nowell is a music instructor with great integrity, enthusiasm and vision. His passion for both music and teaching are apparent in every lesson. As non-musicians, we were most impressed with the time and care he took with our son explaining how to get the best out of his instrument including care and maintenance. Most importantly, Sean provided the necessary inspiration to help our son move beyond seeing himself as just playing in a school band to a confident musician who looks forward to pursuing a career in music.

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Coach Lu is a basketball trainer passionate about developing players from the ground up, with a focus on building strong fundamentals that translate into real game performance. With over a decade of playing experience, including starting at point guard as a varsity freshman and the versatility to play all five positions on the floor, Coach Lu transitioned into coaching with a belief that every player—regardless of starting skill level—can improve dramatically with the right instruction, repetition, and mindset. Coach Lu's training philosophy centers on three pillars: fundamentals first, individualized development, and building confidence alongside skill. Sessions blend proven skill-building progressions—ball-handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, and basketball IQ—with situational drills that prepare players for real game speed and decision-making. Currently working with players ranging from beginners to competitive youth athletes, Coach Lu emphasizes patience and clear communication, breaking down complex movements into simple, repeatable steps. Known for creating a positive, high-energy training environment, he believes that a player's love for the game is just as important as their technical growth. His own background as a starting point guard who could play any position gives him a unique feel for how each role sees the game, which shows up in how he teaches spacing, decision-making, and versatility to his students. Coach Lu is continuing to expand his coaching education through [certifications, mentorships, camps, or clinics] and is committed to growing alongside every athlete he trains.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live & VDMX proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach deejaying, music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of mxing more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Traktor proficiently, and I have since been able to grow my career collecting music, recording mixes, and performing at clubs and festivals.

Keyi Ding is a music producer and sound designer specializing in electronic music, immersive audio, and interactive media. Graduating from Berklee College of Music in Electronic Production and Design and recently completing a Master’s degree at NYU Tisch ITP, his work combines songwriting, sound design, and technical audio production across music and digital experiences.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.

With a lifelong passion for basketball, I bring over 25 years of dedicated coaching experience to help players elevate their game. I focus on fundamentals, strategy, and personalized development, fostering both skill and sportsmanship. My goal is to empower athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the court.

I believe in unlocking the potential within every athlete, fostering a love for volleyball through 11years of dedicated coaching. My approach blends technical expertise with a positive and engaging environment, empowering players to excel on and off the court. Let's work together to elevate your game!

"My daughter and her friend had a great session with Coach Milica. She responded to our inquiry right away and made time for us on short notice to prepare for a team tryout. We are very grateful! Highly, highly recommend!