Music Lessons in Donald, OR

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

My name is MaryAnn and my home studio is located in the SE Salem area. I offer , in your home lessons, video lessons, and lessons in my home studio. Lessons are individually designed for my students learning style and goals. I like to keep lessons fun, challenging and rewarding. I have over fifteen years of teaching experience. Teaching both private and classroom style lessons. Helping students prepare for auditions, concerts, recitals names only a few ways I have worked with students and families to achieve their goals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

- Patience: It is key to take our time to take in what is presented to us. If there is something that is a new piece of music that presents a rhythmic difficulty. Let's analyze it and figure it out together. - Breaking down: As explained above to play something really well, we need to understand and "master" all parts and the whole. It not only facilitates the performance but also gives a sense of detail and belonging. - Guitar Circle Techniques: I spend 14 years working with guitar circles worldwide. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I have teaching experience since I started working on my BA in piano. I have taught adults as well as children of all levels. I have taught in music schools as well as in my private studio. My students are encouraged to practice because they love playing the piano not because they have to! I use instructional books as well as fun games to teach important concepts. I also ask students what pieces or genre of music they would like to play so that we can work on that as well. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I am an active musician based in the Portland metropolitan area who is hired regularly to perform for: jazz and cover bands, weddings, corporate events, musicals, and studio sessions. I also lead and write music for my own band. I attended Mount Hood Community College and Portland State University where I graduated with a B.S. in biology and in jazz studies. These experiences have allowed me to become well versed in many genres. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

I teach the well-rounded musician. As my student you will not only learn the technique of your instrument, but you will also learn aural skills, sight reading, and music theory. Not to mention musicality, and personal expression. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

I believe that it's best to learn by example, and in music this is often by demonstrating with the instrument. I will always have my instrument out to play along, or demonstrate what I am expecting. I expect my students to practice what is assigned to them so we can both have a productive session with each other, however I do understand that life happens. I try different techniques throughout the lesson to ensure that what I'm teaching is resonating with the student. Read More