Music Lessons in Santee, CA

Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

I have developed courses for learning notation, and I use computer programs outputing individual lessons on theory and harmony. I've traveled and played throughout the country and studied Mississippi Delta and New Orleans styles, San Francisco Rock, New York Jazz, and Broadway. I've met with important players, as well as working with Cultural Center concert promotions and fundraising. After years acquiring various pieces of equipment, sound recordings and digitizing records, I also buy, sell, and convey to anyone interested acquiring a knowledge of American Music roots from its earliest forms to present day. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Double Bass Keyboard

Ive been teaching for the last four years and absolutely love it. Every student is so different and I love working with each student to approach music in a unique way, whatever their learning style may be. Since I have a broad background of performance in various instruments and styles, I think it is very important to support whatever musical interests my students have or wish to develop. To me, it is very important to really listen to what my student wants and figure out a way to help reach those musical goals together. Read More

Instruments: Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle

I employ a very eclectic, rotating repetoire. For beginning violin students, I use the Suzuki method of ear-training, however I am not married to that curriculum. I prefer to use beginning Suzuki materials in tandem with standard American folk and pop music, in accordance to the student's interests. I am qualified to teach all the way through Suzuki book 10 if the student prefers a more classical approach. Ear training is fundamental in my approach to all instruments and styles. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I begin students with the Faber Piano Adventures books, which get students' fingers on the keys at the very first lesson, and also focus on theory. Once they are beginning to read music, usually after a few months, I introduce popular songs to supplement the lesson book, such as the theme to Star Wars, or Disney music, which the children recognize, and add extra fun to their practice time. I am happy to find specific songs that a student may request! Read More

Instruments: Piano

I encourage my students practice at least a minimum of 30 minutes a day. I don't have one particular book I work from as I see every student is different. I do require that they have a theory book because I believe learning the theory is just as important. Regardless of their age, I encourage them to find a piece within their level that they would enjoy learning to play. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I would teach my lesson on top of my lesson plans. As a teacher, writing lesson plans is an important factor of keeping the lesson organized. The lesson also depends a lot on the students' learning pace and hard work. I will take time to get to know the students and to find out their different learning style(visual, aural or kinetic. )I will set a detailed goal and plan for my students and keep track of their progress and measure our weekly target accordingly. Read More