Carmine Scordo, Chip Dee Academy of Music Instructor
Carmine Scordo began his musical career as a student of Chip at age 12 and began playing the guitar as a Sophomore at Hasbrouck Heights High School. A mainstay of the Hasbrouck Heights community for most of his life, Carmine enjoys the educational vibe at the Chip Dee Academy of Music, ” No matter how long I’ve been playing, I always learn something new at the Academy.”
Favorite Instrument?
“My favorite instrument is easy, I’m all about the Guitar. Right now, I’m working on mastering the classical works from the 18th Century.”
Why Teach?Carmine is inspired by the study of different language, most especially music. At Chip Dee Academy of Music, music as a language becomes a state of mind. Teaching students to “speak music” has become Carmine’s quest, “It’s because I love to learn, that I love to teach. The best part of my day is when I see a student become more fascinated by an instrument and knowing that I had something to do with it.”
People Who Inspire You?
Carmine’s professed obsession of the 18th century composers such as Argentine guitarist and pedagogue Julio Sagreras, known for his methodical and well annotated guitar series; Italian virtuoso concert guitarist Matteo Carcassi famous for blending technical skills with brilliant romantic music mixing various tempos and guitar positions; and Spaniards Dionisio Aguado and Fernando Sor. “I’m both inspired and aspire to be a great performer and teacher for years to come.”