Piano Lessons Guilford County, NC

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin, Viola, Keyboard

It's always a pleasure to see my students grow quickly amd steadily as they pursue their personal goals. Self discipline is a learned skill a d most grasp it easily. A love and passion for music. And an appreciation for various types of musical genres is something I also encourage. It is my hope and goal to help each and every student to find their own authentic musical voice. That may mean learning to co.pse originals or it may be their own expression of classics or other well known material in various genres of musician styles. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

Additionally, I help my students cultivate the ability to listen totheir own playing. Students who have a strong aural image of what theywant from the piano will progress quickly in many ways. They need toopen up their ears to nuance, color, articulations, voicing, etc. I would love to helpyou, or your kids to become a better pianist, anda polished artist. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Keyboard

Cyndi emphasizes note reading, rhythm, technic and theory at every lesson to prepare students to ultimately learn independently.  Building confidence is key factor in music lessons. Each student is unique.  Everyone has their own learning style, appreciation for music, coordination and goals. In the 1:1 lesson, the teacher has the responsibility to meet the students' unique learning style for the best results. Having conducted research in The Mozart Effect in graduate school, Cyndi firmly believes that music increases spacial ability which leads to better math skills and increases intelligence/apptitude in children. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Keyboard, Djembe

I have used this approach working with others in my own ensembles as well as when coaching pieces. I think that working in groups is great for building musicianship and interpersonal skills, while working one-on-one is instrumental in developing a personal style and musical tastes. I love to see students' develop their own unique style, musical voice, and connection with themselves. I encourage all students to become keen observers of themselves in order to become their own best teacher. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Keyboard

My teaching methods includes: • Focus on building independent musicianship • Sequence of activities moving from simple to complex • Inclusion of movement as part of the teaching process • Sound before symbol • Instruments used as an extra tool for learning • Rhythm Syllables • Authentic music from different cultures is important • Folk dancing/structured movement • Building positive musical experiences • Fostering personal expression Each week the student and I will set attainable goals to progress at their own pace. Read More