Music Lessons in Cripple Creek, CO

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Synthesizer Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon English Horn Keyboard

I put a large emphasis both on sight-reading and learning to play by ear; I believe these are the most important two skills any musician can have, whether he be an amateur, professional, or somewhere in between (yes, there's an in-between!). I like to focus on whatever a student has coming up for an audition or a solo & ensemble festival. If I can help players have a great experience soloing in public or help them win an audition to play with a great band (and I have a very good track record with my students winning auditions), they'll be more motivated. Read More

Instruments: Piano Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Through the course of study, the student will gain not only a thorough knowledge of flamenco history, but learn the intricacies and nuances of playing flamenco guitar. Beginning Piano: For young children, Alfreds' Basic Piano Library is a great place to start. Fun sing-a-long exercise are employed while learning. And for adults, there is the Chord Approach for the late beginner or their All-in-One Course Book I, which is an expanded version I have found to be a very comprehensive step by step method that quickly launches the student to playing piano. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola Fiddle

With Nerea's extensive experience, she is quickly able to adapt lessons to each student's learning style. She has taught music to over 4,000 students in different countries and languages and is quick to identify their strengths and weakness. She has created her own color coding method for students who are dyslexic and combines theory, ear training, visual aids, etc, to get students learning, quickly and efficiently. Open-minded and flexible, Nerea is always happy to try new methods and adapt new ideas. Read More

Instruments: Flute

A flute teacher in Colorado Springs who delights in being a part of my students' musical journeys, I have over forty years' teaching and performing experience in the United States, Germany, and Norway. I have my Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance and performed as a part of U.S. Army Bands. Over the years I have taught in music stores, band rooms, community centers, and my home studio. Students have shown accelerated progress in tone, musicianship, and technique; consistently placed in All-County, -District, and -State Honor Bands and Orchestras; been awarded superior ratings in Solo and Ensemble Festivals; and enjoyed the weekly interaction with a trusted adult who listens and genuinely cares about each individual student. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello

My name is Erick Velazquez. I have been playing cello for 18 years and I love it! I did not start taking lessons until later in my career but once I did I improved dramatically which I why I believe that taking lessons privately is a critical part of learning any instrument. I love teaching students how to play the string instruments because its so much fun to see them improve! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Synthesizer

And both sides share the joy of these discoveries. It is very important for me to be friendly, open and patient with the students. I believe that the educators are to do their best to build up and maintain the sense of acceptance in all students. Interaction between students and teacher is fertile with opportunities to sow the seeds of acceptance. Another important parts of teachers mission are nourishing students natural curiosity and helping them to develop their problem-solving abilities. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I love watching students find their love for music. It's so amazing to see them develop into into fine musicians who can communicate through the power of music. I believe it is important for students to set weekly goals as well as long term goals that they can achieve. I find that when you set goals that are achievable it helps motivate you to get better. As a teacher, I want to encourage every student to reach their goals and push past their limitations. Read More