Teachers

Braden Palmer founded Prospect Music Lessons in 2017. He has been teaching in-home lessons on guitar and many other instruments for almost two decades in Brooklyn, New York.

Stan Killian is a New York-based saxophonist and composer who also teaches clarinet, flute, piano, and ukulele.

Paul DeCoster received a Master's Degree in Classical Guitar Performance at Manhattan School of Music in 1993. He has since performed as an original artist composing in the styles of 80s New Wave and R & B. He has played stages in Shanghai, Hong Kong, London, and various regions across the U.S.A. 

Jonathan's versatility with musical styles has carried over to his teaching, with over ten years of teaching experience, both privately and in classrooms. He has taught students of all ages, from 6 to 60, and in styles ranging from rock/pop to jazz to classical to country to blues. In private one-on-one lessons, Jonathan strikes a balance of helping the student learn the music that they enjoy, while also helping the student to develop fundamentals of musicianship, such as music reading, instrumental technique, and learning the basics of music theory.

Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Rachael has been a music teacher for 10 years. She has taught in public schools, music studios, and online and has experience with students of all ages and abilities, including students with special needs. Her piano lessons include a blend of classical techniques with repertoire from all genres including classical, jazz, and pop music.

As a bass player, Tim Fenton-Edwards seamlessly navigates between jazz, pop, and R&B genres, making him a sought-after musician in the industry. Tim's exceptional playing has allowed him to perform at prestigious venues such as the historic Catalina’s Jazz Club and Capitol Records in LA. His compositions, which blend traditional jazz elements with contemporary influences, have earned him recognition as a finalist in the ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Award.