Piano Lessons in Duluth, GA

Instruments: Piano Trombone Euphonium Keyboard

My trombone quartet placed runner-up for the American Trombone Workshop National Trombone Quartet Competition in 2013 and 2014. I have also appeared on the national stage as soloist when I was a finalist for the 2013 American Trombone Workshop National Solo Competition. I hold a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Georgia where I studied with trombonists from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: George Curran, Brian Hecht, Nate Zgonc, and Joshua Bynum. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

My teaching style is diverse and different. I have taught at many different levels to many different students. 1) music theory is vital 2) music history is vital 3) music appreciation is vital 4) students "want to" level is vital... Put all of those together and tou have a successful journey. Students who never are beginners are the most fun because we both grow together! I teach scales and notes first, then comes the fingering for the notes on the pages. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

I am an encourager. I love to brag on students and highlight their strengths. I believe in setting goals and achieving them. For me, teaching one-on-one really helps me to help each student better. I can focus on both strengths and weaknesses and help each child or adult to become more musical. As the students practice they will soon see progress which is uplifting. Students will realize that hard work is just as important as talent when it comes to learning any instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Euphonium

I believe that real learning and development occurs during individual practice time--not in lessons. Lessons are the time for me to check in, give guidance, offer motivation and encouragement, correct errors, and brainstorm solutions, but progress can only be made with daily, deliberate work on the student's part. To this end, I like to use a practice journal with my students, in which I record weekly objectives and the student logs practice time and writes reflections. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Music Keyboard

I enjoy teaching students of all ages, from all walks of life, background, cultures, and I have a passion for the community. I also work with the Autistic, ADHD, and Disability community. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar Synthesizer

I have been teaching for 30+ plus years and I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. I help all my students identify their passion for music so that they can create realistic goals and achieve them. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ

Instruction methods are chosen according to the needs, abilities, and desires of the students. Instruction materials differ depending on the age of the student and the ability of the student. An emphasis on my part is exposing the student to material of the highest quality. This will often mean the exposure to some of the simpler classical pieces written by the great composers fairly early in their musical journey. I encourage a wide variety of material for each student.I also provide an extensive lending library for additional sightreading at home. Read More