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Shuff's Music and Piano Showroom in Franklin, TN provides musical instruction by highly qualified teachers across a wide range of instruments and voice. Many of our instructors are professional musicians with extensive experience -- and all are proficient in the musical instruments they teach. For detailed biographical information on our vocal and instrumental teachers, scroll down this page.
Our Instruction Areas Include:
- Vocal
- Piano
- Strings
- Drums and percussion
- Woodwinds
- Banjo / mandolin / dobro
- Bass guitar
- Brass
Providing quality musical instruction and quality products at reasonable prices are the two primary goals of Shuff's Music and Piano Showroom. Founded in 1978, we are family-owned and musician-owned -- and the only full-line music store in Williamson County.
Call Shuff's Music and Piano Showroom today at 615-261-8888 (piano showroom) or 615-790-6139 (music store), or browse our website for more information on our Music Store and our Piano Showroom. If you have any other questions or comments, please contact us.
INSTRUMENTAL & VOICE INSTRUCTION
PIANO INSTRUCTORS
Located at Shuff's Piano Showroom: 127 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Claire Cope ~ BME, Peabody College of Vanderbilt Univ.; over 20 yrs teaching experience; member of the National Guild of Piano Teachers; performs for church services weddings, hotels and private events. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 20 years.
Pam Davis ~ BME, MA, Eastern Michigan University, Doctoral studies at University of Memphis. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 20 years.
Cherry Bilyeu ~ BM, MM, piano performance, North Texas State Univ.; artist in residence, Williamson, Maury County Schools and in Europe; performed vocals and keyboards on the General Jackson and the Hyatt Hotel. Emphasis on classical, jazz, pop, composition, theory, improvisation, playing by ear & songwriting lessons are tailored to suit each students needs and interests. Also works with singers and songwriters. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 15 years.
Kim Spiegel ~ BM, John Brown Univ.; former music instructor at Davidson Academy and Harpeth Academy. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 15 years.
Ken Rarick ~ BM, North Texas State University, majors in keyboard performance, arranging & improvisation; has performed or recorded with such artists as: Air Supply, Larry Carlton, Cher, Amy Grant, Michael Jackson, Madonna and others. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Rick Jackson ~ BM, MM, Univ. of Houston; skilled performer of classical, jazz, pop, country, gospel & other genres; experienced in performing & teaching jazz improv & composition; has recorded, toured or played with Larry Carlton, Kirk Whalum, Johnny Rivers, Amy Grant, Andy Williams, Michael McDonald and others. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Trish Lober ~ Commercial Arranging Major: Berkelee College of Music in Boston; Jazz Composition and Arranging Major: University of Memphis. Independent Christian Artist. Additional Areas of Instruction: Ear Training, Composition/Songwriting, Theory/Jazz Theory, etc.. Visit website at www.trishlober.com. Piano Instructor for 20 years.
Rina Melius ~ BM, Belmont Univ., studied at Oberlin Conservatory and Manhattan School of Music; performer with the NAMMY winning children’s band “The Animal Band.” Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 10 years.
Suzanne Clement ~ MTSU graduate; advanced piano studies with Cherry Bilyeu and Paul Lyman; emphasis on basic elements, technique, performance skills and creativity, degrees in education, sociology, and nursing. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Michelle Chewning ~ BS, TN Wesleyan College; has taught at W.O. Smith School; directed children's choir and handbells; has written and produced various children’s shows; plays for local theater.; extensive experience teaching Preschool music. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than10 years.
Victoria Vermilye ~ BM, MM, Master of music degree with a major in piano performance from Texas Christian University; experience teaching all age levels. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 2 years.
VOCAL INSTRUCTORS
Located at Shuff's Piano Showroom: 127 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Craig Raymaley ~ MM Vocal Performance; Performance Residency Program & BM Vocal Performance from Youngstown State University; MSBA Entertainment Business, Full Sail University; Opera Theatre of Lucca, Italy; Heartland Vocal Jazz Camp, Tiffin University; has sung with Easy Street Productions, Opera Theatre of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon Opera Theatre and University; Cleveland Philharmonic; Dana Vocal Performance Clinic and Opera Theatre
Melissa Lautenbach ~ BA, Music Education Belmont University, emphasis in flute performance; Recently released debut album with her band, Loudbrook; Just off tour with Phil Keaggy as flautist, vocalist; Recently recorded on 1 DVD, 6 CDs from artists Phil Keaggy, Alberto & Kimberly Rivera and others, has served as a choir director or worship leader for several churches; recording & performance experience. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 4 years.
GUITAR INSTRUCTORS
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Valerie Clemente ~ BA, Education, Univ. of Mass., Amherst; has toured and played with numerous pop, jazz, contemporary Christian and worship groups; teaches all ages & experience levels (Student showcases!) www.youcanplaymusic.com. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 10 years.
Erik Halbig ~ BM, Univ. of S. Cal.; teaches for the National Guitar Institute; has 5 guitar books published with Alfred’s & Hal Leonard; has worked with The Kinley’s, Ty Herndon Tanya Tucker & others; currently on tour with Sara Evans. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 10 years.
Micheal Paul ~ BS, MTSU, Recording Industry Management w/ guitar minor, author of guitarist handbook and seminar Secret of the Strings, and pop/rock opera Flying thru the Fishbowl; Also teaches Intro to ProTools. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Lisa Pursell ~ Former Instructor: Guitar Institute of Technology in Hollywood & Atlanta Institute of Music. Toured professionally as lead guitarist opening for artists such as Chuck Mangione, George Jones, Montgomery Gentry and Brooks & Dunn. Toured w/Gretchen Wilson & Billy Cox(bassist for Jimi Hendrix) Learn your favorite songs from country and classic groups like AC/DC, Hendrix and current groups like Greenday. 20 Years teaching students from beginning to advanced www.lisapursell.com. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
John Pavlovsky ~ Berklee College of Music alum; plays with tribute bands for the Eagles, ZZ Top, & Kiss. Teaches music from the ‘60s thru today (AC*DC, LedZep, Beatles, White Stripes, Jimi Hendrix, etc); Kids on Stage All-Star Band and guitar instructor; Former Co-director of BGA’s Kids on Stage Spin Off: “The Jam” Summer rock music camp; spotlights students in monthly concert series, John Pavlovsky’s: Rock ‘n’ Roll Express. All styles, ages & experience levels. Ear training offered. For bio & photos: www.zztopsfirsttributeband.com; Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
BASS GUITAR INSTRUCTORS
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Roy Vogt ~ BA, North Texas State Univ, MM, bass performance, Univ. of Miami; has toured with Sweethearts of the Rodeo, John Schneider, Jerry Reed & others; television performances include Nashville Now, Hee Haw, MTV, VH1, CMT and many others; bass instructor since 1979 and has many published books and videos. Current staff at Belmont Music School. Teaches lessons from beginner to professional. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Valerie Clemente ~ BA, Education, Univ. of Mass., Amherst; has toured and played with numerous pop, jazz, contemporary Christian and worship groups; teaches beginner to intermediate www.youcanplaymusic.com Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 15 years.
Lisa Pursell ~ Former Instructor: Guitar Institute of Technology in Hollywood & Atlanta Institute of Music. Toured professionally as lead guitarist opening for artists such as Chuck Mangione, George Jones, Montgomery Gentry and Brooks & Dunn. Toured w/Gretchen Wilson & Billy Cox(bassist for Jimi Hendrix) Learn your favorite songs from country and classic groups like AC/DC, Hendrix and current groups like Greenday; teaches beginner to intermediate www.lisapursell.com. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
BANJO/MANDOLIN/DOBRO
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Larry Padgett (Banjo) ~ BA, David Lipscomb Univ; 30 years playing experience; 15 years teaching experience with beginner through advanced students.Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Paul Kramer (Mandolin) ~ BA, Univ. of Illinois; has toured with Lorrie Morgan, Doug Stone, Pam Tillis, Gary Allan, Travis Tritt & others; also has many television, session and writing credits. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 4 years.
Greg Martin (Mandolin) ~ M.A. University of Essex; B.A. Purdue Univ., Advanced studies at Vanderbilt and Belmont University, Organized method of teaching focused on skills development and musicality, Beginners welcomed, all ages, teaches fiddling and classical violin. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 2 years.
BRASS INSTRUCTORS
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Rick Palmiter (French Horn) ~ BME, MME, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Music Education Specialist, former band director of University School; current band director of Poplar Grove School
David McMullen (Trumpet) ~ BM, Belmont, Commercial music/composition and arranging, studio session leader and producer, published songwriter
WOODWIND INSTRUCTORS
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
John Cicatelli (Flute, Clarinet & Saxophones) ~ BM, Berklee College; performed at Opryland; performs with “Three For All” woodwind trio and various other groups in town. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 15 years.
Doug Moffet (Flute, Clarinet & Saxophones) ~ BM, Univ. of Miami; music studio and jazz; Interlochen Arts Academy; performs with artists such as Amy Grant, Michael McDonald, Nashville Symphony, Temptations, Ray Charles. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 15 years.
Pam Davis (Oboe) ~ BME, MA, Eastern Mich. Univ Doctoral studies at Univ of Memphis; oboist with “ Three For All.” Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 20 years.
Melissa Lautenbach (Flute) ~ See Vocal Instructor
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
John Alvey ~ Univ. of Louisville, Jazz Studies Program, session drummer in jazz, funk, big band, R&B, and alternative/folk rock; performs with Paradigm, a jazz/funk group; performed locally w/jazz artists Beegie Adair, Rod McGaha, Jim Ferguson, Dennis Solee, Don Aliquo, John Birdsong and Roger Spencer. Extensive orchestral and marching percussion experience. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 2 years.
Tom Grignon ~ BM, New England Conservatory of Music; Extensive professional touring, recording, TV and teaching experience since 1973. Played drums with Clay Walker, Trisha Yearwood, Ellis Brothers, Keith Urban and Blake Shelton. All ages, all levels - lessons in Rock, Jazz, Latin, Blues, Funk, Concert Band, Marching Drumline and Bells. Band director for JAM “Kids On Stage”. www.tomgrignon.com Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 5 years.
Tim Chewning ~ Morehead State; studied Advanced music theory, East African Drumming, Latin Percussion, Melodic Percussion & Marching Band; Recorded and toured with Richard Marx, Kathy Mattea, Ricochet, John Michael Montgomery, Trace Adkins, Jessica Andrews and Exile. Numerous TV performances including: The Tonight Show, Austin City Limits, The View, Ellen & The Espy Awards. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 4 years.
STRING INSTRUCTORS
Located in Shuff's Music Store: 118 3rd Avenue North, Franklin, TN
Greg Martin (Fiddle, Violin, Mandolin) ~ M.A. University of Essex; B.A. Purdue Univ., Advanced studies at Vanderbilt and Belmont University, Organized method of teaching focused on skills development and musicality, Beginners welcomed, all ages, teaches fiddling and classical violin. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 2 years.
Kaite Kerkhover (Violin/Fiddle) ~ Violin performance studies at Southern Illinois University; Extensive studies on the Suzuki Method, Belmont Scholarship recipient; National touring musician with artists Rebecca Lynn Howard, Billy Currington & Sara Evans, studio session work with artist Sara Evans & producers Mark Bright, John Carter Cash & Buddy Cannon. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 3 years.
Gail Johnson (Violin/Fiddle) ~ BM, Belmont Univ., has also taught at Belmont; performed on the Grand Ole Opry with Bill Anderson; performs w/various bluegrass groups; session player. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 10 years.
Paul Kramer (Fiddle/Mandolin) ~ BA, Univ. of Illinois; has toured with Lorrie Morgan, Doug Stone, Pam Tillis, Gary Allan, Travis Tritt & others; also has many television, session and writing credits. Has taught at Shuff’s for more than 4 years.
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