Music Lessons Virginia Beach County, VA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music

Music is fun! I want each learner to leave lessons feeling successful. Music should be about the progress, not the perfection. This is accomplished through realistic goal setting and personalized lesson content. Learners of all ages, but particularly young musicians, want to learn something they are interested in. I have vast knowledge of music in the media and current trends in the music industry. I am great with technology and finding fun tools to enhance music learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My methods vary student to student- we all learn differently and my objective is to find what works, wether it be a quick demonstration, or a complete breakdown right to the fundamentals. No student is too slow nor incapable. One of the things I really keep my eye on is technique- nothing is more detrimental to a student's progress than poor technique and adaptation! I can quickly spot these future difficulties, and help the student develop the proper means and WHY -with encouragement and positive reinforcement! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Clarinet, Recorder, Music

Everyone learns at their own pace. I want every student to make sure they are comftable with all information each week that is being introduced to them. Music should be fun and a way to express yourself. With that being said, every student has different methods that helps them learn material and I don’t want anyone to feel discouraged if they are not understanding at the same speeds as others they may know. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Because of how unique and diverse a student's goals, needs, and experience are, my teaching style varies greatly between student to student. The work we typically do is a combination of working on fundamentals, etudes, solo repertoire, sight reading, basic music theory, listening skills, improvising, and composition. Through engaging with music in these different ways of thinking and processing information students gain perspectives from various different sources, making practice efficient and effective, their understanding of the content deep, and performing fun. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Music

I have been teaching private voice for five years, and I specialize in a multitude of styles, including musical theatre, legit, and pop/rock. Additionally, I have worked as a teaching assistant for Acting Through Song class at Shenandoah Conservatory, and I recently music directed a production of REEFER MADNESS. My passion for teaching begins with the students’ need for artistry. Singing is a beautiful way to express emotion and convey stories, and my job is to help the artist do so in a sustainable, creative fashion. Read More