Collin Winters
About
Hello, my name is Collin Winters! I'll cut right to the chase, the YouTube video in my profile is a song I released a few months ago. I chose this because I played every single instrument and sang every part on this song, I wrote this song by myself and I produced it by myself. I am 21 years old and am currently attending Texas State University in the Music Education program, and I love teaching lessons and working with students to help them achieve their own personal goals! I don't run lessons with a "Book by book" program, I believe that every students goals are different, and that every lesson should be catered towards them, not the teacher. I would can teach drum set, guitar, bass, piano and song writing/production!
I've worked at 3 different high schools in central Texas, specifically with the percussion section. I've been in the Texas State Wind Symphony for two years now. I have many glowing references I'd love to give you if you're unsure about me! I don't want to waste your time!
Thank you for reading! I look forward to working with you!
Teaching Style
As previously mentioned, my teaching style is much more "student" based than "teacher" based. I don't believe in applying the same plan to every single student. I always take my first private lesson to learn everything I can about the students interests, goals, and achievements! I then take my own time to cater a plan specifically towards them, and if at any point they want to change the way the lessons are going, I will always be all for that! I believe that if the student isn't invested in what they are doing, then there's no point to do it.
Curriculum
I will provide all books or resources to use, I will always leave the resources as an optional purchase for the student.
Credentials & Affiliations
Currently a junior at Texas State University studying music education.
Wrote, Recorded, and produced a full-length disco-pop album.
Won multiple awards from middle school to current; including "Most valuable percussionist" (3 years in a row), "Outstanding soloist" (2 years in a row), Scoring consistent 1s (highest rating) on all solo competitions throughout career.
Placing 1st place in drum set region jazz competition twice.
Auditioned for Texas State Wind symphony and got it on first try. Still currently in.
Been teaching private lessons for 5 years now. Comfortable doing any instrument.
Worked at 3 different high schools, about to be 5 this summer. Working with the drum line specifically, and private lessons on top. With a touch of marching band music writing, and sound design.
Premiered an original jazz composition this past school year with the San Marcos High School jazz ensemble, entitled "Brick Break"
