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Brandon Kurzawa has been teaching music, specializing
in percussion, piano and guitar, since 1999. Mr.
Kurzawa has successfully prepared students for Jazz
Band auditions, NJ Regions and All-State Auditions,
MEA piano evaluations, student recitals and
performances, and has instructed percussion
ensembles, rock bands and university master classes
specializing in percussion. Brandon was an adjunct
professor of music production and audio engineering
from 2007 - 2009.
Brandon studied music at Berklee College of Music in
Boston, MA, obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Music,
specializing in music performance, from Rutgers
University and a Masters of Arts in Education,
specializing in curriculum, instruction and computer
education from University of Phoenix.
in percussion, piano and guitar, since 1999. Mr.
Kurzawa has successfully prepared students for Jazz
Band auditions, NJ Regions and All-State Auditions,
MEA piano evaluations, student recitals and
performances, and has instructed percussion
ensembles, rock bands and university master classes
specializing in percussion. Brandon was an adjunct
professor of music production and audio engineering
from 2007 - 2009.
Brandon studied music at Berklee College of Music in
Boston, MA, obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Music,
specializing in music performance, from Rutgers
University and a Masters of Arts in Education,
specializing in curriculum, instruction and computer
education from University of Phoenix.
Brandon Kurzawa, B.M., M.Ed.
Founder, Director
Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Rock Bands, Music Technology/Production Instructor
Founder, Director
Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Rock Bands, Music Technology/Production Instructor
Brandon Kurzawa performing live at the 2006 Sourlands Music Festival
Photo By Paul Kurzawa
Music Notes Academy is a community music school and New
Jersey in-home music lesson provider. Music lessons,
available for young children, adolescents and adults, are
tailored towards each student, either in the comfort and
convenience of the student's home or at our school, within
our comprehensive music curriculum.
Our unique curriculum includes music theory, practical
musicianship skills, such as sight reading and ear training,
proper instrument techniques, classical, jazz, contemporary
and popular repertoire - students will learn songs they want
learn as well. Students will receive comprehensive music
instruction from our experienced and educated music
instructors. Our instructors combine structure and flexibility
which offers a great balance in music education.
Our students can perform with our ensembles and bands,
such as percussion ensembles and Rock Bands. These
groups perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring
Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an
auditorium on stage.
Jersey in-home music lesson provider. Music lessons,
available for young children, adolescents and adults, are
tailored towards each student, either in the comfort and
convenience of the student's home or at our school, within
our comprehensive music curriculum.
Our unique curriculum includes music theory, practical
musicianship skills, such as sight reading and ear training,
proper instrument techniques, classical, jazz, contemporary
and popular repertoire - students will learn songs they want
learn as well. Students will receive comprehensive music
instruction from our experienced and educated music
instructors. Our instructors combine structure and flexibility
which offers a great balance in music education.
Our students can perform with our ensembles and bands,
such as percussion ensembles and Rock Bands. These
groups perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring
Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an
auditorium on stage.
Music Notes Academy, in partnership with parents and guardians, is committed to the
musical growth and development of each student. Within a positive learning environment,
and the encouragement and support of dedicated teachers (and parents), students will
expand and improve their musical appreciation, comprehension of musical knowledge and
music performance skills while being challenged to reach their fullest potential.
musical growth and development of each student. Within a positive learning environment,
and the encouragement and support of dedicated teachers (and parents), students will
expand and improve their musical appreciation, comprehension of musical knowledge and
music performance skills while being challenged to reach their fullest potential.
| In-Home Music Lessons In-Studio Music Lessons Rock Bands Musical Instrument Sales, Rentals, Repairs |
Jenna Kurzawa, B.S.
Managing Director
East Brunswick, NJ School
Managing Director
East Brunswick, NJ School
When you contact our East Brunswick, NJ school,
you'll more than likely speak with Jenna, our Managing
Director.
Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology
from East Stroudsburg University and is currently
working on her Masters of Science in Social
Psychology. Having several years of experience working
in administrative, customer service and managerial
positions, Jenna has effectively contributed to the
success and growth of our East Brunswick, NJ music
school since our 2010 grand opening.
With a love for music, Jenna studied flute, piccolo and
clarinet and performed with her high school's marching
band, concert band and wind ensembles in
Bridgewater, NJ. Jenna understands how important a
comprehensive music instruction is for students and is
our East Brunswick School's leader in administration.
you'll more than likely speak with Jenna, our Managing
Director.
Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology
from East Stroudsburg University and is currently
working on her Masters of Science in Social
Psychology. Having several years of experience working
in administrative, customer service and managerial
positions, Jenna has effectively contributed to the
success and growth of our East Brunswick, NJ music
school since our 2010 grand opening.
With a love for music, Jenna studied flute, piccolo and
clarinet and performed with her high school's marching
band, concert band and wind ensembles in
Bridgewater, NJ. Jenna understands how important a
comprehensive music instruction is for students and is
our East Brunswick School's leader in administration.
Jenna at our 2010 Winter Concerts...
About Us
Bridgewater (908) 577-5905 In-Home Lessons East Brunswick (732) 238-2828 In-Studio Music Lessons
Brandon has recorded with singer Amanda Avila (2005 American Idol contestant, Smokey Robinson), acclaimed singer-
songwriter Anthony Krizan (Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performed as a freelance musician throughout the
New York metropolitan area from 1998 through 2008.
In 1995 Brandon appeared in Promark Drumstick's "Not Yet Famous Drummer" promotional advertising campaign
which appeared internationally in Modern Drummer magazine and The Music Paper. Mr. Kurzawa, an award winning
musician, was an adjudicator for student evaluations and New Jersey's Teen Arts Festival in 2007 for New Providence
High School in New Providence, NJ. Brandon is an educational endorsee and contributor for Vic Firth, Inc., the largest
manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets.
Recording credits include drums on Ansel Matthews’ Raised From The Dust and drums and percussion on John
Sonntag’s 2006 critically acclaimed release Chasing Stars, which was number four in New Jersey’s Top Ten 2006
Releases by Courier News Entertainment Editor, Bob Makin. As a member of Indie-Rock band Violet Truth, Brandon
recorded drums and percussion and toured nationally in support of their 2000 release Candy Coated.
Brandon's publications “Teaching Music, Teaching Percussion: A Balance in Curriculum” appeared in Tempo Magazine’s
October 2006 issue and "Teaching Music: Music Majors, Choose Education" appeared in Tempo Magazine's May 2007
issue. In 2007, Music Notes Academy and Mr. Kurzawa were recognized by Metropolitan Who’s Who for excellence,
leadership and achievement in the profession of music education. Mr. Kurzawa has instructed music at Rutgers
University (New Brunswick, NJ), Kean University (Union, NJ) and was an adjunct professor of audio engineering, music
and music production at Gibbs College, Livingston, NJ campus. In 2009, Brandon became a sponsored artist for Shine
Custom Drums and a REMO HealthRhythms trained facilitator for drum circles.
songwriter Anthony Krizan (Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performed as a freelance musician throughout the
New York metropolitan area from 1998 through 2008.
In 1995 Brandon appeared in Promark Drumstick's "Not Yet Famous Drummer" promotional advertising campaign
which appeared internationally in Modern Drummer magazine and The Music Paper. Mr. Kurzawa, an award winning
musician, was an adjudicator for student evaluations and New Jersey's Teen Arts Festival in 2007 for New Providence
High School in New Providence, NJ. Brandon is an educational endorsee and contributor for Vic Firth, Inc., the largest
manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets.
Recording credits include drums on Ansel Matthews’ Raised From The Dust and drums and percussion on John
Sonntag’s 2006 critically acclaimed release Chasing Stars, which was number four in New Jersey’s Top Ten 2006
Releases by Courier News Entertainment Editor, Bob Makin. As a member of Indie-Rock band Violet Truth, Brandon
recorded drums and percussion and toured nationally in support of their 2000 release Candy Coated.
Brandon's publications “Teaching Music, Teaching Percussion: A Balance in Curriculum” appeared in Tempo Magazine’s
October 2006 issue and "Teaching Music: Music Majors, Choose Education" appeared in Tempo Magazine's May 2007
issue. In 2007, Music Notes Academy and Mr. Kurzawa were recognized by Metropolitan Who’s Who for excellence,
leadership and achievement in the profession of music education. Mr. Kurzawa has instructed music at Rutgers
University (New Brunswick, NJ), Kean University (Union, NJ) and was an adjunct professor of audio engineering, music
and music production at Gibbs College, Livingston, NJ campus. In 2009, Brandon became a sponsored artist for Shine
Custom Drums and a REMO HealthRhythms trained facilitator for drum circles.
| Music Notes Academy PO Box 8035 Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (908) 577-5905 In-Home Music Lessons Music Notes Academy Parc Cranbury 573 Cranbury Road Suite A3 East Brunswick, NJ 08816 (732) 238-2828 In-Studio Music Lessons Next to Kumon Learning Center East Brunswick Hours Monday - Thursday: 3:00-9:00pm Friday: Closed Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday: Closed |