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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in El Cajon . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer Keyboard
Piano / Keyboard for the Young and Young at Heart, I base lessons on early education I received by learning to read and write music, and on today's computers. I suggest the same Michael Aaron workbook I used for beginning students. I create printed lessons for more advanced students wanting to learn classical, jazz, country, rock, blues, gospel, singing and playing at the same time, comping to accompany a singer or instrumentalist. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ Keyboard
Playing music on the piano without sheet music is something my future student will learn how to do even with ear training.once again practice practice practice . All of this requires practice. I have spent 7 hours a day even after school from 13 years old to now being on the piano. This is called commitment. I'll teach numbers once the student starts to learn how to build 7th,9ths,11th chords. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I provide a warm and positive learning environment for students. I believe students learn best when they are unafraid to make mistakes or try new things, and are rewarded for their efforts. After the first few lessons, I ask students if they would like to participate in my reward system for practicing: I give them a small jar and marbles, and every day they practice, they put a marble in the jar. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I encourage my students practice at least a minimum of 30 minutes a day. I don't have one particular book I work from as I see every student is different. I do require that they have a theory book because I believe learning the theory is just as important. Regardless of their age, I encourage them to find a piece within their level that they would enjoy learning to play. Read More
Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
I began teaching privately and working with area high school marching bands during college in 2002. After graduation, I taught public school before transitioning to another job in the music industry. I've continued to teach privately in my church studio and students homes for the past 7 and a half years. Regular practice and lesson consistency shows how fast students can progress. My biggest goal is to assure my students the excitement when playing their instrument. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
. I really desire the child to enjoy lessons. I like to build their confidence that they are achieving. I'm strict in how I teach the language of music. I don't half way teach and desire my students to be able to sight read music and understand timing. If i have a student that doesn't understand I explain in in math and they have all understood how important timing is. Students work at their pace and have some students work very fast and move quickly while others are slower. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ
I have taught all kinds of students for over 20 years. I have a Doctorate in music from UCSD, a Mater's from New England Conservatory (Boston), and a Bachelor's from U. South Florida. I have traveled abroad to perform a few times. I have played every kind of music from classical to avant-garde, jazz, with orchestras, in bands, and in churches. But I have been teaching piano to all kinds of people, since I was in college. Read More
Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Music Keyboard
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
One great sign that a student is ready for lessons is if they ask for lessons.
That show immediate interest.
I've found that students around the age of 7 and older are able to make faster progress
compared to younger students.
Music has a lot of abstract concepts, and children are able to transition from
concrete thinking to abstract thinking around that age.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Learn as slow as necessary and practice to perform.
Most mistakes students make happen because they are rushing the learning
process.
Learning a new piece of music takes three separate steps.
after choosing from 1 to 4 measures, the first step is to learn one hand's part
up to speed.
Secondly, learning the opposite hand's part up to speed.
Third, learning to play hands together up to speed.
Practicing to perform is done at the same time as the song is being learned, so that each part is played as close to
how the song will be performed once they know how to play it correctly.
When will I start to see results?
Students start seeing results at their very first lesson.
My teaching style gets students to make more significant
gains quicker than traditional teaching styles.
They have music they enjoy playing right at the beginning, and every
lesson thereafter.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My mom encouraged me to take lessons by taking lessons, also.
It didn't take long for me to develop a passion for learning piano, and
becoming self-motivated to continue my education.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I love how I can solo and accompany myself at the same time.
Playing piano, and especially synthesizer, essentially gives me an entire orchestra
at my fingertips. With so many musical styles available, the joy of learning is
endless.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Playing at the Kansas City Music Festival is one highlight of my career.
I'm also happy to have won many state competitions playing flute
and tenor saxophone.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I've had at least 12 students attain distinction and Honors levels in their RCM and ABRSM
certifications.
I've had 4 beginning students audition for the piano part for their orchestras,
and won over more experienced pianists.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master at the piano is to be able to play
completely different styles of music, and to learn the styles unique
language on a professional level.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I'm partial to the Piano Adventures series, as well as the RCM Music Development Program.
Both are very thorough in helping students understand complex musical concepts in the shortest
amount of time.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
I like to start out with theory and scales. That way students learn what, why, and how (theory) and
also warm up the small muscles and joints in their hands (scales), so they avoid injury when it's time
to play/work on their music.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
I have several songs I enjoy playing. If I have to pick just one, it's Bach's Suite No. 3 in D.
A close second is Angela, the theme to the hit T.V. show Taxi.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I weren't a musician, I'd be an artist.
I'm fascinated by how artist can draw or paint amazing pictures with ease.
However, I'm much happier as a pianist and composer.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I love to play the Blues.
I especially like songs that mix the Blues in with
other styles of music.
Along the same lines, Boogie-Woogie is also a favorite of mine.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I played flute and saxophone in elementary and high school, but they don't come close
to how much I enjoy playing and studying piano and synthesizers.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Listening to hits on the radio runs in my family, and my dad plays
the guitar. Other than that, I'm the only one who has pursued learning
an instrument to the extent that I have.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided and was a paid professional at the age of 14, and have been playing in that
capacity ever since.
It was a gradual process until I came to the realization that I have a talent in music
and that playing piano and performing is my passion and a huge part of who I am.
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