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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Westminster . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano
I work with students of all ages, from as young as 4 years old to adult students. I use a variety of methods in my teaching to create a unique program for each student, including the Bastien Method, Faber Method, Music Tree Method, Alfred Method, and the Suzuki Method. My students are welcome to participate in private studio recitals as well as Aurora Music Teachers Association events, including Achievement Day, Four Forms Festival, Composition Festival, and the Adult Potluck. Read More
Instruments: Piano Keyboard
My teaching philosophy is to develop my student’s potential. The autobiography by Russian opera singer Galina Vishnevskaya was truly an inspiration to me. One of her teachers almost destroyed her voice, while another revived it and developed to be one of the best voices of her time. That is what I strive to do when I teach my students – to realize their potential, to give them skills and knowledge, to inspire them to grow and to reach higher horizons. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I have been working as an instructor for over 15 years. I can teach all ages and backgrounds, and have a very patient approach. I recently moved to the Denver area, and I am excited to start up and build a new student base. I do expect my students to practice, as it is the only way a student will improve and grow to love music even more. I encourage my students to get involved in any talent shows at school, as well as any competitions and recitals available in the area. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I know of the importance and rewards of a good music education. Playing a musical instrument can give a student much self confidence, relaxation and enjoyment. It is rewarding for me to work towards that goal for every student that I have the privilege of teaching. I share my positive musical experiences with my students so that they will continue to explore and appreciate performing and also listening to music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Keyboard
I love helping students develop a passion for music! For this reason, I find it important that each student progresses at their own pace. I will help by setting goals for the student that are challenging, yet attainable. Acknowledging accomplishments helps keep students motivated so I am also mindful of this. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trombone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Euphonium Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard
I have taught instrumental music in public schools for 5 years which has included teaching grades 5-12 in subjects such as beginning band, beginning orchestra, intermediate band, intermediate orchestra, marching band, percussion ensembles, and small group/individual instruction. I have been teaching private lessons in drums, piano, and concert band instruments for 10 years. I have been a performing member of rock bands, concert bands, orchestras, jazz bands, marching bands, choirs, and percussion ensembles, so I have a very diverse knowledge base which gives me the ability to adapt my instruction as a teacher to meet the needs of any student's goals and aspirations. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I am a very passionate music teacher, it's really who I am. I thrive off of opening the doors of music to people new to playing an instrument and teaching them a foundation upon which to grow. I graduated from UMASS Lowell with a Bachelors in Music Performancein 2014 and have 9 years of teaching experience in and around the Boston area. I play and manage a band called Skyfoot and have for about 6 years now. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Organ Synthesizer Ukulele Recorder Euphonium Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
My Masters Degree is in Music Education with a Piano emphasis. I was playing trombone in the large ensemble, but taking private studio lessons on piano. I chose music education as I was already 17 years into a thriving teaching career. Earning a masters degree in education would help provide me with more strategies to be effective in my teaching relationship with students. As long as you are majoring in a music study, performance is a big part of your program. I still perform quite frequently, with and without students. Sharing this passion through education allows the passion to spread and flourish.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
That is a relative question, based on the level a student is playing. Beginners often struggle to get two hands to play independently of each other. It can also be a challenge to move into a triple time signature. More advanced students sometimes find it a challenge to bring musical expression into a technical piece with phrasing, dynamics and tempo. Playing at a consistent tempo and not rushing can be a challenge, especially in performance situations. The piano is a very expressive instrument, great for solo and accompanying. Putting it all together is exciting!
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Yes, I do use specific curriculums in the interest of making sure all the bases get covered. I have used most of the major ones through the years, but have primarily narrowed it down to a couple now, at least for the beginners and intermediates. Depending on progress and efficiency of learning, I will make a choice of which method I think may be beneficial to a particular student. More advanced students begin to choose a direction their musicianship is leading them, so curricular choices become more varied.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
Students are given 3-4 books to work out of - Technique, Theory, Piano Literature (where everything is ties together into actual songs) and Performance.
Practice sessions should begin with some technical studies for warm-up of fingers and mind. These are very gradual in their approach to technique - fun little exercises suited appropriately for the level where a student is currently.
Upon completing the technique practice, move into the piano 9lesson) book. I would suggest playing the song through as far as you can comfortably go, making note of anything that needs work.
Then, go back and work your way through the problem spots slowly. Pick out just the tiniest part of that spot until you can play it well. Then add some context to it until it can be played well, three times in a row preferably.
This little fixit session should be applied each day until the song can be played all the way through with no mistakes.
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