Music Lessons in Brandamore, PA

Instruments: Violin Viola

My teaching experience dates back to my undergraduate where I would teach and mentor incoming freshman placed in our studio. During the summers I would teach locally and fill in for past mentors who were on tour. This allowed me the fortune of teaching both beginners and advanced students. I strongly recommend consistent practice as I firmly believe an hour a day far out performs 5-7 on one day. A students growth is mostly contributed to ones own passion and discipline however as long as the student is willing to learn, then I am willing to help nurture their devotion and maturity to allow them to become as good of a instrumentalist that they wish to become. Read More

Instruments: Voice

For all of my students, I typically start with teaching (for more advanced students at least reviewing) the fundamentals of breathing for singing. From there I move on to phonation: how to produce a healthy sound, in coordination with and supported by the breath. After the student has begun to grasp these fundamentals, I begin to introduce solo repertoire based on the where the student is developmentally and their goals. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I have a varied teaching background with 11 years experience teaching various subjects at a professional level. I have instructed students aged 6-70+ during this time. Subjects taught include expert level map, compass and gps courses, basic outdoor and nature courses as well as outdoor safety sections. I approach teaching music using the same principles that I apply to other subjects that I teach. I prefer a strategy of solid work ethic, experience, fundamentals, honor, flexibility, understanding, responsibility, adaptability, a dash of recklessness along with intelligence and book study. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is certainly a relaxed one. Music is and should always be fun. I try to combine my core lessons with what the student wants to learn. Each student learns at their own pace and I make sure to tailor my lesson plan to suit the individual while keeping the material fresh and interesting. Encouraging the student's successes keeps morale high and motivation plentiful. Still, I am sure to impart one of the most important aspects of learning a musical instrument: the need for dedication and discipline in practice and performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Dialogue! Our lessons are based on our communication. We will, together, set realistic goals and expectations. I encourage and motivate students through positive affirmations and acknowledging your achievements. I am also aware of difficulties and will help you through those. As a music therapist, I have additional/advanced skills to be aware of your feelings and work through your experiences. I am able to adapt to your learning style. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Euphonium

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing my students develop a passion for music as well as realize how rewarding music can be. Therefore, it is important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this and nurture this by assigning exercises to each student for their specific goals. After achieving each goal I feel like they will be more eager to learn and motivated to succeed. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

KINDERGARTEN ACADEMY, Mechanicsburg Area School District, Mechanicsburg, PA 2018 Student Teaching. General Music • Co-teach general music lessons to several groups of children. • Develop basic music skills using singing, movement and instruments. • Design effective lesson plans for co-teaching. PAXTONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Central Dauphin School District, Harrisburg, PA LAWNTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Central Dauphin School District, Harrisburg, PA PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Central Dauphin School District, Harrisburg, PA CHAMBERS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Central Dauphin School District, Harrisburg, PA 2017 Student teaching. Read More