Music Lessons in Del Norte Heights, TX

Instruments: Trumpet

I attended St. Olaf College for my undergraduate degree and did a Bachelor's of Music in Trumpet Performance and Bachelor's of Arts in Music Theory/Composition. After graduating in 2009, I volunteered for a year as a music teacher in rural Malaysia. Upon returning to the US, I did a Master's of Music at Eastman School of Music before working as a teacher and freelancer in Singapore for two years. I love playing and teaching all kinds of music! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Oboe

Performance without error in high stress situations defines music as an art at a different level. Abilities shared within a community give meaning and definition to its members on a more personal level than mere performance allows. Living in Japan taught me job dedication, time management and that to be an educator is a lifestyle not only a career. Teamwork and flexibility are fundamental when working abroad in new situations surrounded by foreign language, culture and systems. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

My method for all my students is for them to be classically trained so learning the notes on the fretboard, proper technique and note reading. I use Christopher Parkening's Guitar method Book I to help my students learn the proper technique to play and for them to learn the notes in first position on the guitar and on the staff and beginner chord reading using chord diagrams at first and then showing them the chords on the staff. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

At the very first lesson, I try to understand how far along in training the singer has come. From the very beginning we sing so I get to understand the singers voice. Their strengths and weaknesses. I then build lessons around each singers individual vocal journey to get them to their goals which we will discuss in the first lesson as well. I am trained in a European classical format as well as Broadway foundation that can help benefit any singer. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

Nothing makes me happier than seeing a student develop the same passion for music that I have. It is very important to me that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting goals at each lesson, by a deadline, etc. Acknowledging accomplisments helps fuel a students desire to progress and makes them eager to learn more. Finding what inspires the student is the best possible way to tailor each lesson to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin

I had the opportunity to experience a wide range of styles as a soloist and as a member of many bands and ensembles: Classical, American Folk, mariachi, boleros, tangos--playing in many venues and contrasting scenarios around the U.S.A and foreing countries such as Mxico and Argentina. Istarted teaching private students piano,violin, guitar and composition since 2008; In 2013, in California, I founded a music program, providing musical education specially to underdeserved students. Read More