Emric Montano

THE MUSIC ROOM

Emric Montano

Guitar

Emric Montano received his B.M. degree in guitar performance from Northern Illinois University. He has studied with internationally acclaimed guitarist Denis Azabagic and Fareed Haque. Mr. Montano is an active musician and teacher in the Chicagoland area. He enjoys teaching both classical and rock guitar. Previously, Mr. Montano taught at Northern Illinois University Community School of the Arts, Lake County Music and Mchenry County Music Center.

Emric likes to tailor his lessons to the student so that they are enjoying what they learn and at the same time are still learning the essentials. He stresses the important of learning to read music (not just tab) and well as learning theory and developing your ear.

Name: Emric Montano

College: Northern Illinois University

Major: Classical Guitar Performance

At The Music Room since: 2008

First piece of music that had a profound effect on me: 9th Symphony by Beethoven

Music teacher who inspired me the most:

I have been fortunate enough to have been able to study with a few different people who had very different approaches to guitar. I would say the two most influential were Fareed Haque and Denis Azabagic.

Favorite quote about music: “I know what a sextet is, but I'd rather not say.” ~ From a grade school essay on classical music

My best gig: I played the Latino Symphonic Festival a few years ago. It was great because there were a lot of great musicians playing that night.

Favorite classical piece: Nights in the Gardens of Spain by Manuel De Falla

Favorite rock band: Black Sabbath

Favorite jazz artist: Miles Davis

Favorite singer: Teresa Berganza

How I am making the world a better place:

I think everything we do on a day to day basis can have an impact on the world we live in. Everything from recycling to the way you treat people to donating to a charity can all make a difference to someone.

My email address:

emontano@the-music-room.net