Music Lessons in Joanna, PA

Instruments: Flute Recorder Piccolo Music

I have always loved teaching, and have taught students of all ages and levels over the course of the past six years. I believe that the most important aspect of learning music is inspiration; music should always be enjoyable, first and foremost. I teach a combination of popular and classical repertoire, to ensure that the student has a balance between growing their appreciation for classical music and playing things purely for fun. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone

I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated educator who finds immense joy in guiding students on their musical journey. My passion for music ignited during my formative years and culminated in the pursuit of higher education. In 2015, I proudly earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Jazz Saxophone Performance from The New School of Performing Arts, where I honed my skills under the mentorship of esteemed professors. Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to embark on life-changing performance opportunities across the globe. Read More

Instruments: Cello

There is nothing I love more than to see students succeed, and develop a passion and understanding for music. My goal is to create a productive and encouraging work environment, where students can be motivated and feel capable to succeed to their desired level. I would love to work with you, and make you in to the best cellist you can be! Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Fiddle Keyboard

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Suzuki level books, String Explorer and Fiddletime joggers to increase sightreading and listening skills. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Music

You tell me where you want to go and I will help take you there. A core principle of my approach to music is there are plenty of wrong ways to play a piece, but there is no correct way. We will work together to develop your unique approach to both music and your instruments. No pair of hands are the same and every percussionist approaches their instruments in a different way. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

For a beggining student the main focus is to have an enjoyable experience whilst acheiving the fundamental elements required to play the guitar. By focussing on the music they enjoy incorporated with some of the techniques required to play the instrument their growth becomes apparent quickly. As they progress on the instrument we start to dig deeper into the techniques and theory behind the music they love whilst introducing them to new things. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar

At the start of the first lesson, I give each new student a questionniare to fill out that tells me their musical background, influences, goals for the instrument and what music they are interested in learning. If the new student is a younger child, I begin them with Hal Leonard's Guitar Method Book One. Once they have grasped the simple chords and melodies of the book, I begin to introduce simple songs that they are interested in learning. Read More