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Jim W

Jim W

Silver Spring, MD

Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Orchestral Lessons


Home or Webcam

5 Years

About Me

Jim has performed with chorus in Handel’s Messiah, Leslie Adam’s Blake, Verdi’s Requiem, as “Sarastro” from Die Zauberflöte, "Colas" from Bastien und Bastienne, as "Bartolo" from Le Nozze di Figaro, with New York Lyric Opera Theatre at the Lincoln Center and at the Carnegie Hall, and most recently on March 25, 2016, as the baritone soloist for Dubois s Seven Last Words of Christ with Valley Conservatory and Oakwood Adventist Academy. He has previously been a chorus member and soloist with First Presbyterian Church’s Chancel Choir of Huntsville, Alabama where he grew up for msot of his life. Jim was also a proud member of Oakwood University s traveling choir - The Aeolians. Currently offering voice lessons and vocal coaching, Jim believes that everyone has a voice and deserves to be heard. He is a proud voice student of Dr. Julie Moore Foster, and plans to pursue a full time career as a performer and voice teacher in the DC area. Jim has a love for all genres of music, from classical to hip-hop and everything in between. He is influenced by good artists around the world, no matter their background, culture, or style. 

Jim W has over 5 years of music experience in the Silver Spring area.

Jim W is proficient in and teaches Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Orchestral Lessons .



Formal Education:

High school diploma. Bachelor s degree in music - vocal perfromance and pedagogy (completes degree May 2017). 

Private Education:

Piano Lessons - 10 years Viola Lessons - 7 years Voice Lessons - 4 years  Trombone Lessons - 1 year   

Performing Experience:

Travled to Russia, Canada, Jamaica, Budapest, and nationally around the U.S. with the internationally recognized Oakwood University Aeolians. Pefromed with New York Lyric Opera Theatre at the National Opera Center, Lincoln Center, and Carnegie Hall. Soloist at various churches and recitals. 

Experience Teaching:

Volunteered as orchestral help with Valley Conservatory for 5+ years. Taught general music and orchestra under VC at Oakwood Elementary/Middle School. Teaches voice privately for the past 2 years.  Taught voice and piano with VC for approx 6 months.  

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Genres Taught:
  • Rock
  • Blues
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Country
  • Acoustic
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Webcam
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Last updated on 11/01/2017
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Jim W is willing to travel up to a distance of 15 Miles to teach a lesson in your home.
Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
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Music Instructor

James is a highly trained voice performer and instructor. He sang several solos during worship services at First Presbyterian Church, which were always outstanding. I was the supervisor of his position as Youth Director and found James to be highly motivated, charismatic, dependable, and much-loved by the youth. He is a remarkable young man. Rev. Rosemary McMahan, Head of Staff, First Presbyterian Church wrote on Wed, 04 Jan 2017

    Review for Jim W.

    I completely and without any reservation recommend Jim for the position of music education with your company. I have worked with Jim in a teaching capacity for children and youth for the past year and he is a joy to all that cross his path. He has wonderful skills when teaching children, youth, and adults (I have personally taken a short voice lesson with Jim). He has the background and education to succeed as an instructor of music and I am sure he will be an asset to your company. Angela C. Green wrote on Thu, 05 Jan 2017

      Jim is a great instructor!

      I am a mid-life empty-nester looking to explore piano again after many years away. Jim has been a perfect match for me - he has a depth of musical training that I need so he can really guide me with pieces and practice. He's super nice and encouraging but also helps me work towards a good standard of playing. His thoughtful way of tackling musical issues is really helpful. I feel like I will progress well with his help, and enjoy the process. I am advanced beginner-early intermediate with a primary interest in classical music. Fran Toler wrote on Thu, 09 Feb 2017

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