Music Lessons in Union Station, CO

Instruments: Piano Drums

My piano students also get some coaching and experience in singing (if they want to) -- I can help you to sing alongwith what you're playing, if you'd like to be a singer who can accompany yourself on the piano. DRUMS - You'll learn how to separate and control the four body parts (two hands, two feet) quickly, and then create a beat you can really feel -- we'll emphasize making it sound like music, not reading complex drum notation. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I generally choose to use Faber as a method book for all my beginning students, using the age appropriate track for each student ranging from too young to read yet to adult learners. I believe that both the lesson book and the theory books are highly important and necessary. Depending on the student and their wants and needs, other books for each level may be added. Once a basic comprehension of reading music and technique have been achieved, I like to branch out into other repertoire of whichever style or styles are most interesting to the student. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Oboe Bassoon

I like to understand a student on a musical level, thus letting their ability level and their drive push me in the direction most useful for the student's success. I encourage them by setting specified goals and show them how to attain them while guiding them through any necessary musical concepts they may meet along the way. I gain from my students' accomplishments a sense of pride, which makes me work just as hard for my students as they do for me. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

Born in Houston, Texas, and raised in Mexico, Melissa Escobar brings an international perspective to her flourishing career as a violist and an educator. As a performer, Melissa has showcased her talents across a range of ensembles, from symphonic orchestras to opera settings, baroque practice, and has collaborated with fellow musicians on modern contemporary projects. Her musical journey includes notable achievements, such as being selected for the Texas All-State Philharmonic Orchestra, participating in the Taller International Viola América in Mexico, and gracing the stage at the prestigious John F. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Master of Classical Guitar from Colombia. I have studied classical guitar in the traditional school of classical Spanish and Cuban guitar, a school of international prestige. I have developed the three most important aspects that a professional musician should have. These aspects are: Theoretical knowledge, the development of the technique in the execution of the instrument, and the sensitivity. With skills in the framework of chamber music, guitar improvement, the development of the artist as a concert performer and the teaching of music Research at a particular level in music therapy, Musical stimulation for children 0 to 3 years. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

For beginning students I use essential elements and elementary cornet methods. As students progress to more intermediate level I begin introducing the Arbans, Clarke, and method books from Stamp and Schlossberg. These methods are a great gateway into advanced playing and contain methods for intermediate to advanced players. As students become more advanced I introduce more difficult method books and challenging solo and etude books such as Sachse, Charlier, Glantz and St.Jacome. Read More

Instruments: Voice

In a first lesson, I evaluate the student's skill level and discuss what kinds of music we would like to study. After this initial evaluation, I develop a personalized plan which addresses healthy vocal production and practice techniques which address the needs of the student. I tailor my instruction to each student's needs, accounting for various vocal needs, temperaments, and learning styles; therefore, I do not have a generic method. Read More