Tia Q  
Instruments: Piano
Styles: Classical

I began teaching piano eight years ago, and have been teaching ever since then.  I urge students to practice regularly.  My students learn classical music, but also venture out to some pop once they reach the intermediate level.  I do my best to create a fun learning environment, while still being a strict enough teacher to push them.  I like to encourage students to memorize and perform music, for that can bring some of the greatest joy in one's musical journey.  I welcome students of all backgrounds!

I use various methods depending on the age and personality of a student.  Methods that I use most are Bastien, Schaum, and Agay.  I am able to teach out of nearly any method, and sometimes use a combination of different ones.  I focus on technic by doing five finger patterns, scales, chords, and arpeggios, each of which are introduced individually once the student reaches certain abilities.  For older and advanced intermediate students, I take more input on what pieces they like and construct lessons based on those.