Music Lessons in Hillside, IN

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

...I have over ten years of experience playing the guitar, drums, and bass playing all kinds of genres of music. My live performance experience includes playing with an instrumental band for house events for one year (drums). ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo

...Rock and roll and blues are often played with power chords. I find that students can begin playing some common rock and blues rhythms only after a few lessons. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Drums Organ Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...My lesson plans incorporate everything from reading writing music, jam sessions (often times with me!), and recording time. This unique combination allows students to keep an aural log of their progress while keeping a grounded, scholastic approach.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

...I believe in teaching music not just "piano"; Learning music should not sound too technically challenging or analytical unless if specifically needed by an advanced student; I also believe in learning to play an instrument you learn a lot of things through doing it; the job of the teacher is not to overwhelm the student by "information" but rather to be a corrective but actively engaged observer who knows how to make music making a joyful experience; - For beginners I focus on a good understanding of the basic elements of music: Rhythm & Melody (and later on Harmonies) - For Intermediate students I use the advanced volumes of the methods material, as well as some supplemental material I introduce based on the individualized needs of the students (this may include technical exercises or Ear-training). - For advanced learners, the lessons follow more individualized problem solving consultations; the student can choose any piece that he or she prefers and I offer guidelines to help her learn the material in the most efficient way within the shortest period of time possible; * One final note on musical memory: Piano is an instrument that you are required to perform its pieces on stage by heart even for the beginners level; this is not only the area many students (and even advanced pianists) get nervous about (fear of forgetting any part of the musical score can be nerve-racking) but even teachers seem not to have a method how to help beginner or advanced students with the material they need to cover this area;... Read More

Instruments: Piano

...All races, ages and genders are accepted. As a professional pianist and piano teacher, I keep refining my own piano playing in every aspect like fingers technique, phrases directions and how to depict different musical style flowing naturally from my mind to fingers.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

...I try my best to start with what my student can do then extend within student's own context, so each of my students is very unique and special for me.... Read More