Emmett Scott is an actively performing musician in Ithaca, NY. He received a BA in jazz studies from Ithaca College, and has since been accompanying and teaching in the Ithaca and Trumansburg area. Emmett has been a member of such Ithaca groups as Big Mean Sound Machine, Dreamt, the Ndor Band, Swamp Kids, the Galactic Band, and various Jazz ensembles and combos for hire. Proficient in classical, jazz, folk/rock, and hip hop Emmett splits his time teaching private lessons and accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists at Ithaca College. Emmett is passionate about fostering a love of music in both beginners and experienced players, and teaching with aspects of theory, aural training and sight reading for a well rounded musical education.