Music Notes Academy students will study and learn music with dedicated, knowledgeable and university-trained and degreed music instructors.
Music instructors have degrees in music, music performance, music education, education or related studies specializing in unique areas of
study. Instructors are also performing and recording musicians, collegiate-level educators, public school educators and freelance instructors and
writers that support music and comprehensive music education.
Music instructors have degrees in music, music performance, music education, education or related studies specializing in unique areas of
study. Instructors are also performing and recording musicians, collegiate-level educators, public school educators and freelance instructors and
writers that support music and comprehensive music education.
- Students Increase Confidence & Unlock Musical Potential. Music Notes Academy instructors will motivate and encourage students to
succeed with their music studies while encouraging consistent practicing and diligent work ethics. - All Instructors Have Undergraduate and/or Graduate Degrees In Music, Music Performance, Music Education & Education. Music
instructors only instruct instruments and areas of specialty and are dedicated to the musical growth of each student. Instructors are
educated in curriculum, instruction and teaching strategies and have a commitment towards excellence in education. - Instructors Prepare Students For Performance Auditions, Evaluations, Competitions & School Band Performances. Students have
performed in MEA Piano Auditions, Region Band and All-State Band performances, Jazz Bands, Orchestras, Marching Bands and Rock
Bands. Students have been accepted as music majors at colleges and universities. Students who play an instrument in their school band
music program can receive additional instruction with a private instructor who specializes in specific instruments. - Schedule Flexibility & Convenience For Students & Parents Is Always Available. Students and parents avoid traveling to a school or
location when the teacher comes to you! Parents can more easily arrange extra-curricular activities without the obligation of traveling to a
school for music lessons. Mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and summer sessions are available for the convenience of students
to receive comprehensive music instruction in a familiar, secure environment away from unfamiliar distractions outside the home. - Students Receive Instructional Materials, Method Books & Supplemental Repertoire From Teachers. Students of Music Notes Academy
avoid traveling to music stores and retail establishments to search for instructional materials as requested from our instructors. Music
Notes Academy has a large inventory of sheet music, method books, repertoire and educational media which offer students the most
comprehensive music education. Teachers provide materials as needed to students to avoid interruption in instructional progression. - Parents Are Encouraged To Be Actively Involved In Their Child's Education. A commitment towards practicing, encouragement and
responsibility is important in a child's music education. Without parental support, a child may loose interest in practicing their
instrument. Parents are encouraged to speak with teachers in order to compliment the instructional and practicing goals established by
the teacher or speak with the director.
Mission Statement
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.
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.
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 taught college as an adjunct professor of
music production and audio engineering from 2007 - 2009.
Brandon Kurzawa, 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. A member of NJ Music
Educators Association (NJMEA), The National Association for Music
Education (MENC) and Percussive Arts Society (PAS), Brandon is
an educational endorsee and contributor for Vic Firth, Inc., the
largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets. Brandon has
recorded with singer Amanda Avila (2005 American Idol
contestant, Smokey Robinson), acclaimed singer-songwriter
Anthony Krizan (Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performs as
a freelance musician throughout the New York metropolitan area.
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 taught college as an adjunct professor of
music production and audio engineering from 2007 - 2009.
Brandon Kurzawa, 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. A member of NJ Music
Educators Association (NJMEA), The National Association for Music
Education (MENC) and Percussive Arts Society (PAS), Brandon is
an educational endorsee and contributor for Vic Firth, Inc., the
largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets. Brandon has
recorded with singer Amanda Avila (2005 American Idol
contestant, Smokey Robinson), acclaimed singer-songwriter
Anthony Krizan (Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performs as
a freelance musician throughout the New York metropolitan area.
Founder, Director
Brandon Kurzawa, B.M., M.Ed.
Brandon Kurzawa, B.M., M.Ed.
"Established in 2000, Music Notes Academy was developed with the vision of providing comprehensive music instruction for students of varying
ages on their instrument, primarily for percussionists and pianists, with the added convenience of the instructor traveling to the student's home.
Since 2006, MNA has grown and expanded significantly and now offers student recitals and bands at adjunct locations, instructional materials, J.
Strauss & Son pianos and select musical instruments at great discounts for students and parents enrolled with Music Notes Academy."
ages on their instrument, primarily for percussionists and pianists, with the added convenience of the instructor traveling to the student's home.
Since 2006, MNA has grown and expanded significantly and now offers student recitals and bands at adjunct locations, instructional materials, J.
Strauss & Son pianos and select musical instruments at great discounts for students and parents enrolled with Music Notes Academy."
Brandon Kurzawa performing live at the 2006 Sourlands Music Festival.
Photo By Paul Kurzawa
Music Notes Academy Memberships
Music Notes Academy offers music instruction within a developed curriculum which combines classical and
jazz performance areas of study while also tailoring instruction to match each student's individual musical
interests and goals. Students are a first priority for Music Notes Academy and the focus is always on music
instruction and a well-rounded music education.
jazz performance areas of study while also tailoring instruction to match each student's individual musical
interests and goals. Students are a first priority for Music Notes Academy and the focus is always on music
instruction and a well-rounded music education.
Our instructors offer audition, evaluation and competition preparation in addition to regular instructional
lessons. Students are encouraged to inform instructors of upcoming auditions, competitions,
performances and recitals. Students of Music Notes Academy have been accepted into Jazz Bands,
Marching Bands, Region and All-State Bands and college, as music majors, upon auditioning.
lessons. Students are encouraged to inform instructors of upcoming auditions, competitions,
performances and recitals. Students of Music Notes Academy have been accepted into Jazz Bands,
Marching Bands, Region and All-State Bands and college, as music majors, upon auditioning.
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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, in the comfort and convenience
of the student's home, 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. Each week, 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.
music lesson provider. Music lessons, available for young children, adolescents
and adults, are tailored towards each student, in the comfort and convenience
of the student's home, 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. Each week, 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.
| _About Music Notes Academy |
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, in the
comfort and convenience of the student's home, 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. Each week, 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.
lessons, available for young children, adolescents and adults, are tailored towards each student, in the
comfort and convenience of the student's home, 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. Each week, 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.
Students can additionally perform with our ensembles and bands, such as percussion ensembles and Rock Bands. Our ensembles and bands
perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
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Students can additionally perform with our ensembles and bands, such as percussion ensembles and Rock
Bands. Our ensembles and bands perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which
commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
Bands. Our ensembles and bands perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which
commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
Brandon has recorded with singer Amanda Avila (2005 American Idol contestant, Smokey Robinson), acclaimed singer-songwriter Anthony Krizan
(Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performs as a freelance musician throughout the New York metropolitan area. 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. 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.
(Lenny Kravitz, The Spin Doctors) and performs as a freelance musician throughout the New York metropolitan area. 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. 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 is 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 Drums.
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 is 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 Drums.
music notes academy
|myoōzik| |nōt| |ə'kadəmē|
1 a place of study or training in a special field: the student's home,
music lessons in the student's home.
• a unique place to study music, the teacher travels to the student.
• a secondary school, typically a private one: he performed
commendably at Music Notes Academy's student recitals.
• (the Academy) the teaching music school founded by Brandon
Kurzawa.
2 an institution of distinguished music teachers, teaching artists,
musicians, that aims to promote and maintain standards in its
particular field, music and the performance of music.
• a community of musicians; teaching music in the student's homes.
|myoōzik| |nōt| |ə'kadəmē|
1 a place of study or training in a special field: the student's home,
music lessons in the student's home.
• a unique place to study music, the teacher travels to the student.
• a secondary school, typically a private one: he performed
commendably at Music Notes Academy's student recitals.
• (the Academy) the teaching music school founded by Brandon
Kurzawa.
2 an institution of distinguished music teachers, teaching artists,
musicians, that aims to promote and maintain standards in its
particular field, music and the performance of music.
• a community of musicians; teaching music in the student's homes.
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