Music Lessons in Irvingkeller, TX

Instruments: Piano Trombone

For beginner piano students, I start from teaching out of the Piano Adventure Series, and Theory Time books. The Piano Adventure Series is great because the song arrangements have tiered piano proficiency for beginner to intermediate players. After students work in these books, other repertoire can be added to perform for holidays and recitals. For trombone students, I first make sure my students make characteristic sounds and introduce music to meet their playing level. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I know that most of my young students are in their school's band program, so I use a combination of whatever method books they use there plus my own supplemental materials I have found to be effective over years of teaching. If students are preparing for events like All-Region/All-District auditions or a Solo Festival, I spend plenty of time helping them with that. For other students, I have several books of progressive etudes, includes Bordner's Books of Practical Studies and Sparke's Skilful Studies. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Keyboard

On 2016 February 21st, I gave a piano recital in Dallas Library, Mu Phi Epsilon Concert Series I had the fly from Shenzhen Piano with Organ Recital in Shenzhen Concert hall, China in 2015 July. I had a piano recital UNT Thursday Night at Denton Downtown Square in 2013 October I had several recitals in C.C.Young Senior Center in Dallas recent years 2012-2017 I had been a regular piano accompanist for school concerts in South China Normal University from 2005-2009. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I take pride in their progress and accomplishments, celebrating each milestone along their musical journey. Whether it's helping a shy beginner find their voice or preparing a seasoned performer for a prestigious competition, I am dedicated to fostering a positive and enriching learning experience for every student. My commitment to excellence extends to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest trends in vocal pedagogy. By continuously expanding my knowledge and refining my teaching techniques, I ensure that I provide my students with the highest quality of education and support. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba

For beginner students who are children, I usually start with the Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has advanced to where I can see that they have a good grasp of the fundamentals of the instrument, that is typically when I begin to introduce solo repertoire and supplement with my own material. For adult beginners, I typically will try and use the Essential Elements book to start with but not for very long. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Drums Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I served as Band Leader (lead musician) at Destiny Metropolitan Worship Church, a 6,000 member congregation, in Atlanta for 6 years. My duties during that time included leading, teaching, and shepherding a 7 piece band through baptism, communion, regular services, funerals, weddings, early morning prayer, weekly rehearsals, special rehearsals, etc. My duties during the holiday season(s) inclusive of Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter also included providing musical accompaniment for plays, special selections, and more. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

I begin the first lesson with each student by listening to their goals. All of my students are individuals with different experiences and therefore, I tailor our lesson material to each students needs. In my lessons, I set my students up for success in their practice sessions. I expect that all of my students will practice outside of their lessons, and I work on making sure students will not have questions on how to practice their material. Read More