Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano
(Available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
The owner of Kimberlyrics! In high school, Christian earned his Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies and countless awards across Illinois, including a Concerto Competition win at Elmhurst Univeristy. Along with classical wins, Christian also has 7 outstanding soloist a
Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano
(Available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
The owner of Kimberlyrics! In high school, Christian earned his Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies and countless awards across Illinois, including a Concerto Competition win at Elmhurst Univeristy. Along with classical wins, Christian also has 7 outstanding soloist awards at the Elmhurst College/University Jazz Festivals from 2019-2022. He's worked with, and continues to work with many big names in jazz and music such as Doc Severinson, Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, Bill Evans, Roberta Gambarini and more. He currently performs regularly at many world famous jazz venues across the Midwest U.S. and continues to branch out. Christian has been teaching for many years dating back to 2018, and is even a current teacher at Dundee-Crown High School, Dundee Middle School, and other local schools outside of D-300. He is an active member of the local music scene performing at numerous venues in Dundee. Christian comes to Kimberlyrics with ambition, great ideas, talent and the will to succeed!
Trombone & Piano
(Available Tuesday)
Andrew Meyer is a Chicago-based trombonist, composer, band leader, educator, and arranger. From St. Louis, he moved to Chicago in 2017 to complete a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies at DePaul University. During his time in St. Louis, Andrew studied trombone, composition, and arranging with the trombonist for Ray Charles. While at DePaul, he studied with world class musicians and educators including Dana Hall, Tom Matta, Tim Coffman, Chad McCullough, and Scott Burns. He was also able to perform with Nicholas Payton, Jimmy Greene, Christian McBride, Sean Jones, and others. Throughout his career, Andrew has performed with the Ira Sullivan Quintet, Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, and other Chicago musicians. In addition to performing, Andrew also teaches private trombone and euphonium lessons in the Chicagoland area including District 300! He currently performs with his own group, the Andrew Meyer Quintet, Blueshift Big Band, Sam Pilnick Nonet as well as a sideman for various small and large ensembles throughout the Midwest.
Guitar/Piano
(Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
Bennett has been playing guitar for the last 10 years and piano for the past 5 years. He’s currently in a band as lead vocalist, rhythm guitar, and bassist. His dream is to become a full time teacher and one day open up a school of his own just like Kimberlyrics! He’s passionate about inspiring the next generation of musicians and growing his own gifts as not only an educator but a mentor.
Acoustic & Electric Bass/Piano/Composing/Arranging
(Available Tuesday, Wednesday)
Stephen Parisi Jr. is a Musician, Composer/Arranger, and Educator, originally from Buffalo, New York. Stephen began playing in a professional context at the age of 13. Stephen received his Bachelor's Degree in Music from the Eastman School of Music where he was awarded the Schirmer Prize for Excellence. Stephen later earned his Masters of Music from DePaul University in 2023. Over his career, Stephen has played with an illustrious list of well-known figures in jazz, including but not limited to Ben Paterson, Michael Allemana, Victor Garcia, Bobby Millitello, and more. Stephen is also a member of the Buffalo Jazz Collective and has toured with many bands, including the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Stephen has a focus on private lesson education, and has been teaching for over 3 years. In addition, Stephen is also a very active composer and arranger, studying under masters of the craft including Tom Matta, Bill Dobbins, and Dave Rivello.
Trumpet/Piano
(Available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Jamie Ruiz is a graduate of Elmhurst University where his time was spent studying under Grammy Award Winner Doug Beach and playing in the internationally acclaimed Elmhurst College Jazz Band. This experience gave him the opportunity to play alongside musicians such as Doc Severinson, Se
Trumpet/Piano
(Available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Jamie Ruiz is a graduate of Elmhurst University where his time was spent studying under Grammy Award Winner Doug Beach and playing in the internationally acclaimed Elmhurst College Jazz Band. This experience gave him the opportunity to play alongside musicians such as Doc Severinson, Sean Jones, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Randy Brecker and many more. He has headlined festivals and clubs across Europe in the Czech Republic, France, Italy, Switzerland, Slovakia, Germany, Poland and more. Jaime is an active teacher, performer, and arranger, where most recently, his arrangements have been performed in festivals across the United States by Mariachi Estrellas De Chicago, where he played trumpet and was their arranger and copyist. He spends most of his days teaching and arranging in the Chicagoland area where he proudly serves a studio of mainly female trumpet players!
Guitar/Ukulele/Voice/Songwriting
(Available Monday, Thursday)
Brendan is a passionate musician and songwriter with over a decade of guitar playing experience. He’s been playing live shows, both solo and with his own bands, for more than 6 years. His teaching style is tailored to each student and he loves working with song writers! His goal
Guitar/Ukulele/Voice/Songwriting
(Available Monday, Thursday)
Brendan is a passionate musician and songwriter with over a decade of guitar playing experience. He’s been playing live shows, both solo and with his own bands, for more than 6 years. His teaching style is tailored to each student and he loves working with song writers! His goals are to bring out your creativity and help you create, and accomplish, new goals!
Saxophone/Flute/Clarinet/Piano/Vocals
(Available Monday, Thursday, Friday)
Abe is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist based in the Chicagoland area. He holds a Bachelor's of Music Performance and Education from Nazareth University of Rochester, New York, as well as a Master's of Jazz Studies from Northwestern University. As both an instrum
Saxophone/Flute/Clarinet/Piano/Vocals
(Available Monday, Thursday, Friday)
Abe is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist based in the Chicagoland area. He holds a Bachelor's of Music Performance and Education from Nazareth University of Rochester, New York, as well as a Master's of Jazz Studies from Northwestern University. As both an instrumentalist and vocalist, he uses the two disciplines simultaneously to inform his practice and playing, offering a more integrated music-making experience. He has performed in numerous venues in both Chicago and New York and has been a bandleader and sideman with acts such as Josh Groban, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and more. Abe has ample experience teaching in public schools and privately for years, offering years of experience to teach and approach all of his students!
Vocal/Piano/Choir/Toddler music class
(Unavailable)
Sydney is our talented choir teacher! She'll be leading our kids choir during the winter, spring and summer seasons! She also teaches voice and piano and heads up our weekly toddler music class. Sydney was trained under Kimberly and brings years of hard earned knowledge as well as amazing talent!
Flute
(Available Wednesday)
Sarah is our flute instructor, and comes to Kimberlyrics with over 20 years of flute experience. She studied Flute Pedagogy at the University of Northern Iowa, and has performed on all range of flutes (Piccolo, C Flute, Alto Flute, Bass Flute, and Contrabass Flute). Her flute knowledge spans many genres includin
Flute
(Available Wednesday)
Sarah is our flute instructor, and comes to Kimberlyrics with over 20 years of flute experience. She studied Flute Pedagogy at the University of Northern Iowa, and has performed on all range of flutes (Piccolo, C Flute, Alto Flute, Bass Flute, and Contrabass Flute). Her flute knowledge spans many genres including Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary, and Extended Technique, or the flute as you don't normally hear it. She not only has a deep love of all things flute, but also specializes in Wind Band repertoire, has previously performed in pit orchestras, and also has 11 years of Marching Band experience."I'm excited to bring my flute Henry and my piccolo Burt Reynolds to the Kimberlyrics students! Ask me how they got their names at our first lesson!"
Piano
(Unavailable)
Anna is one of our piano teachers and she comes with nearly 20 years of experience! Having taken lessons as a child, she’s spent many hours studying both theory and technique and now she’s bringing her talent to the halls of Kimberlyrics. If you’re looking to take piano with a music veteran who really knows her stuff,
Piano
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Anna is one of our piano teachers and she comes with nearly 20 years of experience! Having taken lessons as a child, she’s spent many hours studying both theory and technique and now she’s bringing her talent to the halls of Kimberlyrics. If you’re looking to take piano with a music veteran who really knows her stuff, look no further! Anna has you covered and you may leave with more knowledge about theory than you anticipated!
Guitar/Drums
(Available Thursday, Friday, Saturday)
Patrick works well with those who are looking to learn how to play solos, finger style, jazz and melodic guitar pieces as well. He also loves to duet with his students for performances so if you get stage fright but still want to perform, Patrick has your back!
Kimberly started this school in 2015 with dreams of creating core memories of support and encouragement for students of all ages! Kimberly has retired and moved down south to be with family and we wish her well.
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