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Instruments: Flute Piccolo
Hello! I hold the positions of Principal Flute with the Allentown Symphony and Second Flute and Piccolo with the Philadelphia Ballet. I am also an active freelancer in the area with groups such as the Philadelphia Pops, Opera Philadelphia, Opera Delaware, Harrisburg Symphony, and more. I hold three degrees in classical flute performance from accredited institutions where I have studied with flute greats such as Jim Walker, Marianne Gedigian, and Timothy Day, and have performed all over the country in various professional orchestras and in chamber and solo events. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass
I began teaching music in 2004 while working in a guitar shop in nothern California. While I have mostly focused on writing music and performing, I am a passionate teacher and use the many great teachers I have had as a backdrop to my teaching style. I like to explore many aspects in music which include songwriting production and analysis. I currently teach privately in my Pacifica home and studio. I hold a BA in music from San Francisco State University with a focus in jazz studies on guitar. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo
I started playing the flute in 2010, and the piccolo a little bit after that. In 2013 I started performing through international competitions, and received my diploma in musical performance through ABRSM in 2016, certifying me to teach. I recently graduated from Princeton University and performed while there in orchestra and pit orchestra groups. I grew up in Singapore and really enjoyed performing at venues like the National Gallery while there, and also was honored to perform at Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall in NYC in 2016. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ
I began teaching in high school. Immediately after college, my studio grew to include 25 students. Included in the mix, some students were as young as 8 and several were adult beginners. Intermediate and advanced students also studied with me, as well as adults who were "re-beginners." (The term refers to adults who took lessons in childhood and have picked up their instrument again years later.) During graduate school, my assistantship included teaching piano classes comprised of students majoring in voice or music education. Read More
Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Electric Violin Music
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs.. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin
My teaching style is very adaptive to the abilities and interest of each student. I always try to keep my students motivated and positive because it is very important to be upbeat to learn music. From beginners to professional players, every musician needs passion to excel in the field and I encourage that by keeping my lessons very interactive and interesting. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I had a teacher at San Francisco State University who clarified fundamental music truths for me. This teacher used simple concepts that I really appreciated and even use in my instruction today. I learned that music is sound is waves is vibrations is energy. I learned from them that there are only 12 pitches. I learned that these 12 pitches are the building blocks of music.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Effective practice is consistent practice. I think it is important to have a practice schedule/routine. Write out the amount of time you practice each day. Create a practice chart and mark off each day you practice and for how long. It is important to work on parts of the music you are less familiar with. Practice is when we are working in repetition to improve on things we are uncomfortable with. Pick a section of music to practice and spend the most time working on the parts you don't know well. If you are playing through songs that are comfortable for you then I call that playing/performing.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I chose my primary instrument because I have been playing it the longest. I have the most experience with it. I think piano is classic. It is a great tool for being able to play harmony aka more than 1 note at the same time. I think I love harmony so it makes sense that I would either have chosen guitar or piano as my primary instrument. I suppose I chose piano because I had early access to it at my grandparents house. They owned an electric Yamaha Keyboard.
When will I start to see results?
Results are seen instantly. Every lesson is an opportunity to learn. My goal is to make sure the student learns at least 1 thing that they can take away from each lesson. Results are seen in the way we think about music, play music, hear music, read music, talk about music, learn music and practice music.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Every child is unique. I believe there are multiple indicators as to whether or not a child is ready for lessons. Children who enjoy singing and dancing are great candidates. Children who already tinker on the keyboard, without needing to be told, have a good chance at doing well with instruction. Children who listen to a lot of music and/or have been around musical instruments before tend to be appreciative of lessons. Children who are able to focus on something for 30 minutes may be ready to start lessons.
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