Music Lessons in Newcastle, OK

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

I am a determined and driven teacher who loves to share my passion for music with my students. I graduated this spring from Oklahoma City University with my Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. My music career has given me the opportunity to sing in many different styles including Opera, Jazz, Music Theatre, Pop, Rock, Country, and more. I have had the opportunity to travel across the US performing in many voice competitions, as well as winning a national award for my performances. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Further, I transmit expertise on the elements of music and analysis of music in way that is effective and age appropriate; i.e., specific details about tone, melody, rhythm, harmony, balance, form, performance practice, historical context, and so much more. Slowly, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for a first recital. With beginner and intermediate adults, I use a variety of traditional methods to expose students to the wealth of guitar styles throughout world history. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

My passion for teaching is a big part of my career as a musician. I learn so much from my students. My favorite part of teaching is experiencing a student start out as a beginner and watch them develope into acomplished musicians. When I first see that spark in their eyes when they learn their first song is why I enjoy teaching so much. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Euphonium French Horn

Throughout my music teaching career, I have enjoyed watching students progress on their instruments in both proficiency and their love of playing. I enjoy watching their weekly improvement on both the solo and ensemble level and encourage them to perform often in a variety of settings to build their confidence in public performance whether that be as members of school bands and ensembles or in public recitals showcasing their progress to both parents and friends Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2012, I graduated from Emporia State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Arranging and Composition. Performing all over the world has been one of the greater experiences of my life as a musician, and I've had the opportunity to perform with kansas city jazz greats. I am one of the lucky ones that never got tired of practicing every day. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

My teaching style specifically fits each individual students needs. Every student has different challenges that they face during their musical education. I also know that each student works at his or her own pace. I like to give praise and rewards to my students that work hard to accomplish a goal to help instill confidence and desire to continue along their creative journey. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

Imagine a game in sportspick your favorite sportand think about what would happen if there were no rules, no referees, no time limits, no boundaries on the field. The game would never actually happen, which would be absolutely no fun at all, right? So we will learn the rules of the game and you will find pretty music coming out of your instrument. You will know it by the sound of it, but I'll be sure to let you know when I hear it as well. Read More