Nick Monticello - Drums, Piano
Nicolas Monticello started his music education under his father, a drummer, at a very young age. Throughout high school, he performed with TMEA All-Region ensembles every year. During his senior year of high school, he performed with the TMEA All-State Jazz Ensemble II.
Nick graduated from Texas A&M University. Alongside his continued music studies, he began teaching at a local music lesson business, where he greatly enjoyed introducing students of all ages to the drum set. Since then, he has taught both drum and piano lessons at music studios in Clear Lake, Pearland, and League City.
Nick has performed as a drummer and percussionist for collegiate jazz ensembles, musical theatre programs, top-40 bands, contemporary and traditional church services, and weddings. His goal with any student is to help ignite in them a passion for music as deep as his own.
Mr. Nick is at the studio on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and 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!