Archie Garcia - Violin
Arturo “Archie” Garcia has over 15 years of teaching experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Industry – Instrumental Performance from Loyola University New Orleans. His studies have also taken him to the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music for Instrumental Performance, Indiana’s Jacobs School of Music for Orchestral Performance, as well as numerous summer festivals across the nation.
He owes both his violin and viola training to his mentors and masters of their craft: Andrzej Grabiec, Kyung Sun Lee, Lawrence Wheeler, Johnny Chang, Michel Zaitzeff, Amy Thiaville, and Bruce Owen.
In the lesson room, Archie teaches concepts such as problem-solving, self-awareness, goal setting, and verbal/non-verbal communication through individualized lesson plans incorporating elements of general musicianship, such as ear training and theory, as well as instrumental technique and interpretation. This, in turn, helps the student build confidence, discipline, mathematical, social, and communication skills, as well as self-sufficiency.
When Archie isn’t teaching, he can often be found playing in local symphonies, rock shows, or riding his vintage bike all over Houston.
Mr. Archie teaches at our Meyerland studio on Sundays.
Why Choose AMA?
At the American Music Academy, we believe that everyone should experience the joy of making music. Our goal is to provide an environment of education that is welcoming to all ages. Coming from generations of musicians, founders Wyatt and Laura Coleman have hand selected a team of professional and passionate musicians to bring quality music education to Houstonians. Our faculty has instrument-specific degrees from acclaimed universities all around the country. Our teachers tailor their music lessons to each student based on their individual goals. We offer the most comprehensive lessons in Houston, which include theory, ear training, sight reading technique, performance skills, and repertoire. Our brand new, state-of-the-art facilities located in Meyerland include a comfortable lounge with free Wi-Fi, water, magazines, and toys for children to play with as they wait for their lesson to begin. Spacious studio rooms are equipped with quality upright pianos, music stands, and mirrors to monitor progress. The American Music Academy takes pride in supplying our students with the best upright pianos to practice their modern or classical repertoire. Students will be able to use the full capabilities of a piano including dynamics, pedaling, musical phrasing, and dramatic interpretation. Students will be able to participate in seasonal recitals at one of Houston’s many venues. Recitals, included in their tuition, display each student’s personal achievements in their instrument. Our students have the option to perform piano, guitar, violin, viola, voice/singing, cello, and drums!