Music Lessons in Midvale, UT

Instruments: Piano

At the beginning of a lesson, I like to begin with something fun that the student has been working on. This could be a performance piece, some improvisational composition, or another activity related to the piano. As we go along, I like to branch into the theory behind what we are doing. Once they have a firm grasp on the basics, I like to begin students fairly quickly into learning the circle of fourths, and the scales and chords following the order of the circle of fourths. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am an instructor who is very passionate about music, my goal is not only to help my students learn to play their respective instruments but to help them grow their love for music and creating it. I have experience touring and performing over the last 10 years as an indie folk artist and have experience teaching a few students in that time as well. Though I dont have any formal education in music it is my passion and I am very well versed in my instruments and am able to adapt my teaching to all needs an commitment levels of my students to give them the experience they desire. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute

For guitar- I studied under Mike Christensen at Utah States University. I use his guitar books that he has written. For piano- I use Alfred''s piano books. They are very well written and are geared for success! For flute- I start with Suzuki and then the sky is the limit! I like playing music theory games with kids. It is more enjoyable to learn this when it is a game. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is to keep things relaxed while learning the discipline and focused needed to master the instrument. I teach them how music is made and structured, not just how to play songs. I teach them how to learn the songs rather than just showing them how to play it. I give them all the tools they need to be a strong musician and a profession in today's modern world. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I have been teaching since high school, and have taught students of all ages, ranging from age 5 to adults. I have had multiple opportunities to perform and accompany for various groups within my education at BYU, and have composed many pieces for piano, orchestra, and small groups. My students tend to progress very quickly and have a strong understanding of how to practice and what tools they can call on to reach their individual goals. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet Music

I have been playing the clarinet for over 10 years now and the alto saxophone for 8 years. I have loved band for a long time and am currently studying to be a music teacher with a band emphasis at BYU. Teaching is something that brings me great joy and I love to watch as students progress and gain that same joy. I have experience teaching in small settings through school, both high school and college. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I first began teaching private lessons as a summer job while still a teenager in high school, and I've loved teaching ever since. Encouraging a love of the instrument (and music in general) in younger students is something I'm very passionate about, but I'm always willing to help older students find that love as well. I find that the best way to ignite that interest is to focus on the type of music the student is most interested in. Read More