Music Lessons in Valparaiso, NE

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

As technology and the nature of music is always changing and evolving, a large part of my teaching involves work with a metronome, the encouragement of playing along with recordings(even for orchestral excerpts), and transcription. I strongly encourage drum set students to find songs they like to learn by ear as well as learn to notate them. Regular practice routines, weekly goals, long term goals, and consistent metronome usage will all provide a strong framework for any student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have taken private guitar and piano lessons since 2003 and have implemented a lot of the styles I was exposed to in the teaching that I have done since 2017. I typically travel to my students' homes, but I have space to teach in my apartment studio as well. Music is one of the greatest gifts we are able to hold in this life and I want to make sure that each one of my students gets to experience it in the deep and meaningful ways that I have. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing real life results from my students. Setting concrete goals is very important for me and my students, weather that be to get into all-state or to be able to play a scale at a certain bpm. First and foremost, I hope to cultivate passion in my students. I believe that when a student is passionate they can learn to teach themselves and my job is to provide that student with as many different tools as possible. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I began teaching private lessons full time recently and have my own home studio for in-person and online Skype lessons. I always felt my passion was to become a teacher and I also have self-published my own drum rudiment book called "Learning Rudiments". I am a serious student of the drums as I regularly take online lessons, watch practice videos, and listen to drum teaching podcasts to pick up the latest advice. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

"I believe that good singing should involve free, released, and healthy vocal production. I always meet my students where they are at in their musical journey. My favorite part about singing is that the learning is NEVER over. This helps new learners feel they aren't alone and helps professionals continue to delve deeper into their technique and artistry. Whatever your goals may be, I am here to help you achieve them. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet

I began teaching during my undergraduates studies in Ithaca, NY, where I taught trumpet-playing brothers for a local family. I was a teaching assistant during both of my graduate degrees, where I enjoyed teaching non-music majors and mentoring my studio mates and colleagues. I'm lucky enough to have studied with some of the world's greatest trumpet players, and it is a joy to be able to pass on all of that cumulative knowledge and wisdom. Read More

Instruments: Voice

The voice is the most personal of instruments and that is what I love about it! Singing takes courage but it creates beautiful connections between people and cultures. In my teaching I seek to connect with students and share with them a love of music to last throughout their lifetime. I am a classically trained vocalist and have been involved in many audition vocal competitions, choirs, and community musical theater. Read More