SFM Coaching

SFM COACHING created by Artist, Educator & Musician, Steven F. McClain cover all the basics of Instrumental Sound Production and WHY it works.

"SFM COACHING Sessions cover all the basics of Instrumental Sound Production and WHY it works. From the Rudimentary to the Technical. Quite often, I spend time correcting bad habits, but I do it in a way that leaves the student with a sense of dignity in and respect for the art. Above all else, I try to make each session fun for them. Instead of being locked in a facility, I typically come into th

e student’s home to teach them. Mostly, because the child is in a comfortable & familiar environment. It minimizes distraction over the unfamiliar and allows the parents to witness lessons (if they like).

I tend to teach my students a little beyond their current abilities but I never let them know that. My philosophy on education is “students do not know what they don’t know.” I place no barriers on what they should know or be able to do. If you place no barriers on them then they are free to flourish beyond what they themselves have expected!"

ABOUT STEVEN

Steven F. McClain is a classically trained vocalist (Spinto Tenor), as well as a classically trained instrumentalist (Tuba and Euphonium)n with a vast artistic resume. Professionally, Steven has been performing as an actor, musician, vocalist, director and filmmaker since 1998 in various locations across America including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and Las Vegas. He has performed in Operas, Musical & Legit Theatre and Film.

His experience has allowed him the opportunity to work with incarcerated & under resourced youth, all over the Greater Chicago Area. Steven has worked as the sole percussion instructor for the Salvation Army Kroc Center on the South Side of Chicago based out of the Kroc Center & spent five years as a teaching artist, program manager and writing instructor for a nonprofit that created musical theatre in juvenile prisons using the children’s own life experiences. Steven's experience doesn't stop with Children, having worked as a Direct Services Professional, specializing in the care of Adults with Developmental & Intellectual disabilities. His reasoning: To gain the necessary learning experience and skill to better serve his special needs students.

12/31/2022

Alexandra Nicole on Instagram: "Any takers on the violin? 🎻 @lieberliner • After a long time, I finally managed to make another transcription of a musician wren. This time, however, the video also shows a performance by my friend and wonderful.. Alexandra Nicole shared a post on Instagram: "Any takers on the violin? 🎻 • After a long time, I finally managed to make another transcription of a musician wren. This time, however, the video also shows a performance by my friend and wonderful Brazilian clarinetist ....

Pianote Online Piano Lessons on Instagram: "#7thchord inversions are #beautiful & #musical— your teacher Lisa Witt is here to show you on the #piano ❤️"

11/24/2022

This is a great exercise that I am going to have to try... Just the Tonic and Subdominant

Pianote Online Piano Lessons on Instagram: "#7thchord inversions are #beautiful & #musical— your teacher Lisa Witt is here to show you on the #piano ❤️" Pianote Online Piano Lessons shared a post on Instagram: " inversions are & — your teacher Lisa Witt is here to show you on the ❤️". Follow their account to see 2918 posts.

11/12/2022

Holst: Jupiter from The Planets, arr. for wind quintet

11/12/2022

As a Low Brass player, I can't believe how much I love this. Maybe I need to rethink my avoidance of the double reeds....

Holst: Jupiter from The Planets, arr. for wind quintet Subscribe to WindSync on YouTube for new video releases!Garrett Hudson, fluteEmily Tsai, oboeJulian Hernandez, clarinetKara LaMoure, bassoonAnni Hochhalter, ...

Sweet Child O’ Mine X Heartbreak Anniversary - Guns N’ Roses, Giveon - (BDAT MASHUP)

09/24/2022

https://youtu.be/6dLYa2_fK64

Sweet Child O’ Mine X Heartbreak Anniversary - Guns N’ Roses, Giveon - (BDAT MASHUP) I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS!Just having some fun

09/21/2022

www.sfmcoaching.org is live now! I even have some Blog posts on this bad boy

SFM Coaching

06/30/2020

2020 has been quite a whirlwind... so far. From a global pandemic to nationwide protests, not even Murder Hornets can stop passion. This August, passion comes to the virtual world. The Academy for Young Musicians is going to launch it's virtual school! We would love for you to be a part of our inaugural class! Our school is for elementary and middle school aged instrumentalists. You are invited to check out www.afymusicians.com for more information.

Vocalise Op. 34 No. 14 (Rachmaninov) Score Animation

11/02/2018

https://youtu.be/_m7Bk-fHC94

Vocalise Op. 34 No. 14 (Rachmaninov) Score Animation Anna Moffo

How To Develop The World's Greatest Ear Part 1

10/04/2018

https://youtu.be/rPSRH3tf5B8

How To Develop The World's Greatest Ear Part 1 This is Episode One of Everything Music Ear Training 101. In this Episode Rick discusses the Building Blocks of Ear Training. Please Click the Subscribe Butt...