Music Lessons

About Our Music Lessons

Our music lessons teach students how to play and care for their instruments as well as the necessary skills and techniques as a musician.

Bass Lesson

Bass Guitar

Students will learn tuning technique, fingering position of the bass, reading of notation, theory, chords and inversions for all genres of music.

Guitar Lesson

Guitar

Students will learn tuning technique, fingering position of the guitar, reading of notation, theory, chords and inversions for all genres of music

Organ Lesson

Organ

Students will learn reading of music and theory, technique, scales, arpeggios and chords for all genres of music. Studying presets, drawbars and pedal techniques will be paramount.

Trumpet Lesson

Trumpet

This lesson provides an understanding of an embouchure and their instrument including the mouthpiece, teaching a student how to keep the corners of their mouth firm so that air does not leak out. Students will also learn how to play their scales.

Drum Lesson

Drums

Instruction includes learning to play and handle the drum set, rudiments, paradiddles, learning to read music and band charts and learning to play various styles of music and beats.

Piano Lesson

Piano

Students will learn reading of music and theory, technique, scales, arpeggios, notes, and chords for all genres of music.

Violin Lesson

Violin

Lessons include how to care for, tune and hold the violin.  Also, students will learn theoretical knowledge along with the mechanics of the violin.

Saxophone Lesson

Saxophone

During this lesson, students will learn the correct way of playing their instrument, embouchure control, hand and finger placement, breath control, sound projection, music reading techniques, and song and etude study.

Flute Lesson

Flute

Students will learn to read notes, rhythm, dynamics and music theory while getting the best sound from the instrument.

Cello Lesson

Cello

Students will learn to read music, learn about music theory and absorb traditional classic cello training and techniques.

Clarinet Lesson

Clarinet

A student will learn musical notation, note reading and composition theory along with how to take care and use their instrument properly.

Instructors

We offer a diverse range of professionals ranging from school teachers, recording artists, producers, band directors, and music therapists. Their backgrounds and styles vary from Classical, Jazz, Gospel, R&B, and Rock music. The teachers have showcased their talents throughout the world and they have the unique gift to be able to teach students on every level.

Professor Randy J. Gibson-Owner and Lead Instructor

Professor Randy J. Gibson

Piano & Organ Instructor
Carrie Lessene-Music Instructor and Music Therapist

Carrie Lessene

Piano, Vocal, Violin, Flute Instructor & Music Therapist
Masha Smith-Cello Piano and Vocal Instructor

Masha Smith

Piano, Vocal & Cello Instructor
Daniel Saleem-Piano Instructor

Daniel Saleem

Piano Instructor
Robert Randolph- Violin Piano Trumpet Saxophone Instructor

Robert Randolph

Violin, Piano, Trumpet & Saxophone Instructor
Masha Smith-Cello Piano and Vocal Instructor

Rod Berry

Saxophone, Trumpet, & Trombone Instructor
Kevon Lewis-Bass and Guitar Instructor

Kevon Lewis

Bass & Guitar Instructor
Malachai Watson- Guitar Instructor

Malachai Watson

Guitar Instructor
Paul Gordon-Drums and Piano Instructor

Paul Gordon

Drums & Piano Instructor

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The Gibson School of Music and Arts was founded in 1995 by Professor Randy J. Gibson. We offer music and arts lessons and classes, musicians for hire, space rentals, instrument sales, and more.

Contact Us

Address: 5425 N 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Phone Number: (215) 924-7345
Fax Number: (215) 924-8890
Email Address: gibsonmusicarts1@gmail.com

Our Hours

Monday - 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday - 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday - 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Thursday - Closed

Friday - Closed

Saturday - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday - Closed