Music Lessons in Bent Mountain, VA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Recorder Keyboard

My favorite part of my position is seeing my students develop and progress in their passion for music! It is critical that each student practices at his or her own pace. I set realistic goals for each lesson in order to make it fun and engaging. I acknowledge their accomplishments to fuel a student's desire for progress and eagerness to learn more. By learning more about my students' interests, I can tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

For beginner students or children, I typically start with bastien piano basic books and work our way through the books and fundamentals of music. Once they are ready, I will begin to introduce music they are more interested in and prepare for recitals or performance. For adults, I tend to gauge their interest levels and see what they want to accomplish through their lessons. Their learning is a little more dependent upon what they want to learn and accomplish in their time with me. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn

I began teaching private lessons during my freshman year of college. It is so rewarding to work with a student on such a personal level and celebrate their growth. Instilling a sense of independent musicianship in my students is a fundamental goal of my teaching. I work with students on setting their own goals and developing their own practice strategies. When students have ownership over their learning, they can achieve amazing things! Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar

I've always had a love of music and especially of composing. I began playing the bass guitar 11 years ago and have been composing music ever since. I graduated from Washington and Lee University in 2013 with a BA in Music Theory/Composition, as well as a BS in Mathematics. In addition to playing in the University Jazz, Bluegrass, Electronic, and Modern Rock ensembles, I was a member of nearly every student band on campus, as well as some bands off campus. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Music

I am a state-certified educator. I have private lesson experience, teaching students ages 5 to 45. My primary instrument is voice, and I love to help singers find their confidence through vocal technique and calming excercises. As well as teaching vocal technique, I love to help very young learners began to understand the world of music through aural language building. In addition to voice, I have private teaching experience in beginner piano. Read More