Music Lessons in Andover, MN

Instruments: Piano Violin Keyboard

...I believe that right habits are very important and from the beginning I try to give my students strong technical foundation. If the student feels comfortable playing the instrument and has at least a basic understanding what is being required from him or her, they will enjoy the music itself, not thinking that playing an instrument is a struggle. ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I value "having confidence in yourself" and use cheerleading statements to bring out their inner-confidence. Some books I currently use or reference with my students include: "Totally Interactive Band Bible", "Music Success in Nine Weeks", "Fast Track - Chords & Scales for Guitar", "The Bass- a comprehensive approach book 1", Total Guitar". ... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

...I use a open school-style philosophy of teaching, which revolves around exploration of the music (trial and error, in a sense), as well as encouraging the students to be self-reflective, self-critical, and to ask as many questions as they want to in order to understand each musical concept within the confines of his/her individual learning style.... Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

...A lot of learning comes from persistence and practice, so that is a must when it comes to learning with me! I try to find out what motivates the student and what makes them so interested in trumpet and go off of that.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

...My favorite part about teaching is watching my students progress. Nothing is better than seeing the progress one makes after a given time. Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at their own pace.... Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet

...I always celebrate improvement in my students musical abilities, no matter what stage they are at in their journey. My students will always feel encouraged and supported in my studio!... Read More