Music Lessons in Vail, AZ

Instruments: Piano Guitar

I believe in teaching music theory as well as technic and expression, no matter how young the student is. I believe the piano is a wonderful springboard to learning and exploring other instruments.For piano the student will study out of the theory and lesson books. Other types of finger excersizes and supplemental music will be used, there is a ton of free music online!I may also use other aides to teach the student such as flashcards, musical games, note finders, andcomputer games and sites.For the guitar I typically use Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method but then Ialso use lots of music found online free. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I enjoy sharing with my student of what I learned from my teacher and my performing experience. When the student come to our lesson, I encourage him or her starts with a tuning note and scales. It helps the student to warm up their sound and fingers and get ready for the lesson. It is important for all of us to know that there is no hurry during lesson and practice. Read More

Instruments: Violin

I have been teaching violin for over 10 years. Growing up in a family of musicians meant that I was always helping out in the music school run by my parents; as a violin teacher, ensemble coach and a practice supervisor. I began my own class of students in London, and also assisted my own professor in his teaching. I like to build up a strong technique on the instrument with my students, and apply this to the repertoire that they are working on. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My philosophy is that music is part of life and useful in all phases of learning. You may have been labled "right brained" creative or 'left brained" analytical, music connects the two together. Music lessons asks the eyes, ears, and hands to work together connecting the two sides of the brain. Music can dramatically improve math and reading skills while building confidence and enjoyment. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I seek to empower my students by providing a high-quality musical education through goal-oriented, individualized instruction. In order for me to shape my students into the musicians, I need to match my teaching style to his or her learning style. This means that I must be flexible and willing to learn from my students, just as they are learning from me. I believe that the desire in young people to succeed at music comes from a love of music. Read More

Instruments: Flute Recorder Piccolo Acoustic Guitar

I am a caring and motivating music teacher and I love using students gifts to help develop their musicianship goals. I graduated from the University of Arizona in December of 2019 with a Bachelor of Music Education. My greatest passion is playing and teaching Irish music because I was given the opportunity to study abroad while in college and fell in love with the music tradition. I have traveled and played flute and Irish Tin Whistle in many countries and I hope to inspire students to reach for what they are passionate about with open arms. Read More

Instruments: Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo Music

Coming from a family of musicians, I know how good music is for the soul. I have studied music since I was 6 years old and having two music professors as my parents, music has always been present in my life. I did my undergraduate studies in Brazil at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) and after graduating, served as visiting assistant professor there, acting as sabbatical replacement for Professor José de Oliveira. Read More