Amber M
5.0
(13)
Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Orchestral Percussion, Music, Acoustic Guitar
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Musical Theater, Funk, Showtunes, Reggae, Swing, Soul, Marching Band, Punk
5.0
(13)
Amber M
5.0
(13)
Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Orchestral Percussion, Music, Acoustic Guitar
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Musical Theater, Funk, Showtunes, Reggae, Swing, Soul, Marching Band, Punk
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
My Studio
Online
Ages Taught: 3-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
BSEd- Music Education, Western Carolina University
Awards:
2005-'06- Performed with Award-Winning Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps
2005- The "Semper Fidelis" Award for Musical Excellence
Overview:
I am a fun-loving, song-singing, horn-playing music educator with an extensive ensemble background including choir, wind band, marching band, horn quartet, competitive drum and bugle corps, along with current collaborations with fellow local musicians. I have been a general music teacher in public schools for the last 9 years. At my current school, I direct a chorus and a percussion ensemble, and I have happily held individual lessons for my students after school. Before this, I taught elementary school-age children in summer camp, was a lead teacher at a preschool for children ages 1-5, and taught solo French horn students from local high schools throughout my college career. I have had success with all age groups, using my skills to break down the toughest musical passages into simple and easy-to-understand instruction. Most recently, I have been accepted to present at the state music educators conference with a colleague.
EXPERIENCE
In the past 14 years, I have taught every level of music education from age 1 to 22, and I have experienced teaching in many different scenarios including preschool music time, elementary chorus and general music, indoor percussion, and concert, wind, and marching bands. My I love to see and hear my students make strides in a positive direction through practicing their music, and with my help, enjoying every moment of it! In group settings, I strive to meet the needs of all of my young musicians, and I will strive to individualize each of my students' private lessons to meet their needs and challenge them to grow.
METHODS USED
My teaching practices include "say it, sing it, move it, play it" - in simple terms. This technique of hearing and feeling the music before we play or sing will help students learn to better visualize or audiate the music before performance. I often have my students sight-read to stretch their rhythm reading skills, and I give rhythm exercises for practice and warm-ups. If you are part of a school band program, we will work in your method book of choice. If you have a big audition coming up, we will work through your material until you feel comfortable with the music. I am here to serve you and help define your sound.
LESSON STYLE
I like for my students to have a variety of
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Brooke Moorefield
Very patient, finds what works for the student.
Mary Moore
Mrs. Amber M. is a fantastic teacher, very patient and very encouraging.
Alisha Martinsen
Joseph is really learning a lot and enjoying his lessons with Amber.
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She is very helpful and pushes you beyond what you thought you were capable of doing.
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