Music Lessons in Marlborough, CT

Instruments: Guitar

My teaching experience has showed me that there is no one "correct" approach to learning guitar or any musical instrument for that matter. There are certainly valuable techniques that can be adopted by every student to help them progress, however each student presents their unique personality and tastes in music. In order to help bring out the student's musical "voice" on his or her particular instrument, my approach to teaching will vary. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I always ask the students what their goals are. I include the parents as well in this conversation for the younger students, as I find that some parents want their children to learn how to read beginning at a young age. Other parents may specify that their child may simply want to learn how to play their favorite songs. For adults, I go with what they'd like to learn and take if from there. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

Music Teachers Association; Wednesday Music Org. Perform both as a soloist and as a singer in ensembles with musical colleagues throughout the State of CT and NY. Music Director Aug 2009 - May 2015 Various Churches throughout New Haven County Directed Choirs, Helped to Choose music for Anthems; Religious Holiday music; Sang; Performed on both piano and organ for services Content Management & Web Design Assistant Aug 2006 - May 2014 Artful One Design Data entry, content consultant; visual graphics assistant in content managed web sites and print materials as well as typing; document preparation, office management; (interfacing with clients for proposals etc.) Private Instructor: Piano & Voice Sep 1998 - Apr 2011 Middle Sea Music Private Teacher for both Piano and Voice Students both at my home studio and at student homes Sales Associate in Antiques; Read More

Instruments: Voice

In 2011, I graduated from Dresden University of Music with a Master of Arts degree in Music Pedagogy / Vocal Studies Jazz Rock Pop. Performing all over Germany, and touring Poland, Czech Republic and Austria, I gained my experience as a vocal artist in ensembles of versatile genres including Jazz, Rock, Pop, Latin, Chanson, Folk, World Music and Contemporary Music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

More important than vocal and piano technique, it is also important to me that my students have and continue to build a healthy strong self esteem. At times songs are chosen to help students feel more positive about themselves, and having healthy enlightening dialogue in the lyrics encouraging them not to give up, and believe in themselves and to dream the biggest dreams. When a student feels great about who they are, them performing great follows suit. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Recorder Mallet Percussion

For Voice Students: I start each lesson with 10-15 minutes of vocal warm-ups and scales. The remainder of the lesson revolves around vocal pieces that either I think would be a good match for the voice, age, maturity, and ability of the student, or preparing a student for an audition or performance that they would like to perform a specific piece for. I also like to incorporate sight reading and ear training into my lessons, especially as the student grows into their voice. Read More

Instruments: Voice

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with a variety of beginner voice books based of the students interest. 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