Music Lessons in Jefferson, OR

Instruments: Piano

The methods which I primarily use are the Piano Adventures and Alfred piano methods. I like them because they present the material in a logical, fun, and attractive way. I also supplement the method books with music that is tailored to each individual student. I am open to other methods if the student requests. For example, if a transfer student has been working in a different method, I am open to continuing in that method unless I feel that it does not mesh well with my own teaching styles and methods. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

As a teacher, I believe in supporting the student to be the best they can be with positive reinforcement rather than using pressure and guilt to make the student practice. My teaching philosophy stems from a couple of core values: 1. fostering curiosity & 2. Building the student's confidence as a student, artist, and human so that they may follow their curiosity in the direction of their dreams. Each human has a unique voice and it is their gift to share with the world. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Banjo Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Noah began his music career at 5 years old while growing up in the Blue Ridge Mountains. While there he found himself exposed to a vast amount of genres and influences including the blues, bluegrass, and all sorts of Folk. As a result, it was only natural to be attracted to the guitar and other folk instruments such as banjo. Noah began taking lessons when he was 5 years old and moved on up to middle school and high school jazz bands when the time came. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello

I am a passionate performer who pushes students to not only do their best, but also to learn the history and theory behind their pieces and have fun while doing so. As a cellist, I have performed with the Bellevue Youth Symphony, Sammamish Symphony, Waynesboro Symphony, and Washington State University chamber groups. I have also been a concert soloist and a concerto competition finalist on multiple occasions for recital and solo works. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Flute Music Keyboard

Music is a lot of work, but it's a lot of fun work. I try to make my lessons as enjoyable as possible. I help the students set realistic goals and hope to instill a desire to practice and get better. I believe the best results come from creating a positive and comfortable environment. I base how each lesson is on the student and adapt. Each person is different and requires a different way of instruction. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have been teaching lessons since my undergraduate days and have taught private lessons on and off since then. I've spent time in the elementary music classroom as well as the middle and high school music classrooms. I have teaching experience in the areas of voice, choir, percussion, show choir, guitar, piano, music history, and musical theatre history. I've also spent time directing and choreographing various musicals and choral concerts. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Keyboard

Through my undergraduate and graduate school years, I have held secular and liturgical studios and teaching experience in many varieties. I have had 6 years' experience as a choir director and 6 years alongside that as a private piano teacher. My specialty is classical music, but I believe that music as a cultural language can cross much more than disciplines, and I encourage that mindset with my students. I believe in self-efficiency in practice and performance, and self-efficacy in review and feedback. Read More