Music Lessons in San Martin, CA

Instruments: Cello

For beginners I like to meet the student where they are. I enjoy using unconventional training methods like using analogies and items to build the basic foundations. I also believe in methods aside from a rigid Suzuki book but playing into a student's interests. There are a number of ways to teach learn. My favorite students are those open to learning from the basics and utilizing unique exercises to build a strong foundation for success. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

For Voice: I always start with basic exercises. Breathing, Scales, Etc. After a few lessons, when the student is solidified in basic techniques, I will begin to introduce basic Art Song repertoire and work with the student to branch them out into their desired field of study, whether that be Opera, Pop, Musical Theater, Rock, etc. I always feel a strong base in Classical Technique is important to start with though. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Well I have taught of n on for years. Acoustic, mostly electric guitar. I also took aspiring muscians and taught them how to play live. That was so full filling. I toured in 90s two bands 1 was rock the other was blues! Music has been in my life since I was 3. It flows thru me. I also write and teach that as well. I'm currently in one band they are learning. Read More

Instruments: Voice

As stated above, I have been teaching and coaching private voice for over 10 years.   I have been in demand as Vocal and Music Director for numerous community musical theatre productions.   I have enjoyed working with students age 8 to 78. I am well-versed in classical, musical theatre and popular repertoire.   The most important thing to note is that I believe there is ONE healthy and safe way to sing.  We just learn to color our sound to meet stylistic needs. Read More

Instruments: Voice

My teaching started at my time at West Valley College. As a teacher assistant, I assisted students of a wide range of ages and levels. My experience as a teacher with younger students comes from my background in music education and choral conducting. I began teaching privately about a year ago. I teach beginning students, who learn important musicianship skills and music theory, to more advanced students, who seek to expand their repertoire and gain a deeper understanding of their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

Teaching is a way for me to share my passion for music and my love of the flute. I truly enjoy helping students progress as they develop abilities on the instrument and gain understanding of how music works. It’s very rewarding to see students achieve goals, experience growth and accomplishment, and to expand their musicianship to new levels. Through the craft of teaching, I aim to guide students in putting all of the musical and technical elements together so that they can enjoy the act of making music. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music

I do not believe in a "one-size fits all" method of teaching. I value working with my students on a personal level to determine what their goals are for lessons, and then make a plan to address those goals to the best of my ability. For beginner students, I always focus on building a solid understanding of music reading, rhythm, fingering of notes, and general musical concepts that may be glossed over in a classroom setting (which is where many students begin their musical education). Read More