Music Lessons in Oakland, MI

Instruments: French Horn

...My style is to review a previous lesson with playing a "homework" etude or study and early on have the student pay close attention to dynamics. I like to encourage younger students and challenge the more advanced students to think in terms of musical interpretations based on what the composer is trying to convey. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer

...For beginning students, I start with the traditional Mel Bay (or comparable) beginner books that focus on the fundamentals while building strength and coordination and just build from there.  For students with a little more experience, I like to focus on more challenging exercises and concepts while nurturing their knowledge of music theory and performance.  Each student is different and knowing what motivates them motivates me.  My goal is to have them want to pick up their instrument and play. ... Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass French Horn

...Whether a student wants to pursue a freelance career or just maintain a hobby that gives balance to their life I teach to their goals.--Some of my most productive lessons were those that I played (read or improvised) duets with my teachers.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

...I am a caring and compassionate vocal music teacher and I teach to intermediate level piano and theory as well. I believe music is for everybody and should be explored.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...Metal, unfortunately, is often overlooked by musicians who are outside of its community. I think that everyone should expand their horizons and give it a listen sometime.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

...After this stage of learning, I start students on basic notation and sight reading, and learning what the notes on the page mean. I insist on great technique from the beginning, to ensure the ease of learning at higher levels.... Read More