Music Lessons in Sacramento, CA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet

...While every student is different, and each student requires a slightly different approach and curriculum tailored to their needs, there are general principles I follow. For beginning students, I like to start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements.  These are wonderful books, made for nearly every instrument, and really set a solid foundation for playing.  Once they have improved and can manage the fundamentals, I move on to more advanced literature, like Arbans Conservatory Method, and begin to have them work on solo pieces.  Solo pieces are a great way to prepare for eventual recitals, show off to friends and family, and give the students a chance to utilize what they've learned in the context of a real song.  I like to always keep things lighthearted and fun, and show my students the positive in everything.  For older students, I start by seeing what skill level they're at, find out what interests and goals they have, and tailor my lessons to meet this. ... Read More

Instruments: Clarinet

...I went on to study at University of California, Davis, with Ann Lavin (DMA, Stony Brook University). I graduated in December 2014 with a B.A. in Clarinet Performance, and a minor Education. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello

...I am a strong believer of traditional teaching methods, however, I have learn that we all learn in different ways, so I let my students discover music by teaching them how to relate to the piano first, after they become familiar with the instrument by playing easy but wonderful melodies I start with the process of teaching music notation, scales, chords, analyzing songs, music history, exercises.I teach all ages, I am very patient and supportive, never pushy but firm with my students goals.... Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

...My methods vary from student to student, as I am very sensitive and flexible to the needs of the student as an individual. If the flutist plays in a band or orchestra at school, I like to review the music with them so they feel comfortable with it before we move on to lesson repertoire.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Clarinet

...I began teaching piano and clarinet while I was in high school. I currently teach 1st grade in the Fairfield area as well as have a few private students.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

...In piano lessons, I'll provide highly valuable instruction and guidance on the key aspects of playing the piano: interpreting a piece of music accurately and with artistic expressiveness, improving technical ability, learning methods for efficient fingering and effective pedaling technique, developing greater control over emphasis, dynamics, and timing, and even strategies for physically improving and safely caring for your hands, fingers, and forearms.... Read More