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Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard
Depending on previous experience, voice lessons tend to begin with foundations of breathing and relaxing the muscles of the jaw and throat. From there, repertoire is developed based on the long term goals and needs of the student. I have taught piano from the Bastien, Keith Snell and Alfreds Music series, and feel most comfortable when the student is open to my advice about which series would be a good fit for then :-) i also firmly believe that working on material a prospective student loves listening to is paramount! Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Recorder
I've been teaching for several years since I got out of College and it's been a rewarding experience. I love witnessing my students make progress and evolve. I love to feel and share their passion for music. I do like to have a program to ensure constant progress but I do not mind at all adapting, changing, or not following at all the program depending on the student's demands and goals. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion
My personal teaching experience began while studying in Phladelphia at teh Unviersity of the Arts. As I started my 5 year Music Education minor/clearence program, I started to adapt what I was learning and develop my own style and flow of teaching. I began tutoring my friends and fellow classmates after school in the music library on campus, teaching them compex jazz theory, ProTools/Logic DAW shortcuts and processes, piano accompaniment, intervals, inversions, rhythmic dictation, bascally reinforcing what we learned earlier in the class. Read More
Instruments: Piano
Nothing brings me more joy than watching my students develop a genuine passion for music while growing both personally and professionally. I believe that every student learns in their own unique way, so I ensure that each progresses at a pace that suits them best. To support this, I set realistic, personalized goals during each lesson, ensuring that progress feels both achievable and rewarding. Celebrating every accomplishment—no matter how small—fuels their motivation, sparking excitement and a desire to keep learning. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola
For beginning string student's, I use Essential Elements for Strings and Schroeder method books. Once the student has grasped the basic fundamentals and note reading, I begin to introduce solo repertoire from the Suzuki String method. Along with technical studies and solo repertoire, the student will learn scales ranging from one to four octaves. For beginning piano student's, I use the Bastein Piano series. This method is complete with a method book, solo repertoire, theory studies and scales. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet
I have taught students of all ages and skill levels, ages 5 through adult for piano, and ages10 through adult for saxophone and clarinet, all skill levels. Many of my past students have gone on to perform in competetions and recitals and still have a great passion for playing their instrument and continue to practice and perform. Working with students of a diverse age range, I have learned much about how every student learns differently and at their own pace. Read More
Instruments: Piano
As a teacher, I try to make music learning as fun and well-rounded as possible. Every student is unique, and I try my best to accommodate every individual’s needs. I encourage students to always ask questions, no matter how silly it might sound, and to trust me to help you achieve your goals. I encourage students to tell me their favorite songs and genre of music and use the knowledge to help keep them motivated, to remind them that learning is fun. Read More
Instruments: Trombone Euphonium
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
At the conclusion of 4th grade, my elementary music school teacher Ms. R laid out onto a big table all the instruments that make up a wind ensemble. from flute to percussion, to tuba. At this time, I knew my father was a trumpet player so the ever rebellious me didn't want to pick that, but still I was familiar enugh with the brass family to know that is where I wanted to be, not so much in the woodwind or percussion sector. Then I saw the trombone laid out on its side. with its giant gleaming bell and look; no valves! Or buttons! I thought it was so unique and interesting, and lo, I choose the trombone.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
A few come to mind. The first, my sophomore year at high school, our high school's jazz band came in 2nd place at the Berklee High School Jazz Festival here in Boston. I come from a small town without a big music budget so this was a rather big accomplishment. Others include playing the solo part from Steve Danyew's Flash Black, a piece for trombone and wind ensemble when I was at UConn. Performing in such wonderful orchestral pieces in my career like Beethoven 5 and 9, Shostakovich 5, Stravinsky's Rite of Spring and so many more!
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
In my opinion, the hardest thing about the trombone is intonation, or, playing in tune. Because the trombone does not have keys or valves like all other wind instruments, the trombonist has to know exactly where to put the slide to match the pitch of the other instruments who just have to put down a finger. The other difficult aspect of the trombone (that comes later) is knowing how to read the multiple clefs that composers write for trombone. Trombonists need to know Bass, Alto, and Tenor clef.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I tend to adapt to whatever the young student is working on through their school. If I do have a choice, however, I do tend to land towards the Rubank series (Elementary through Advanced) for young students. I do like the standard of Excellence books as well, which I know many public schools use. The other important book for all brass players in my opinion is the Arban studies book. This book has all the information needed for a young player, from how to sit and breath, to how to read notation and rhythm.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
A normal practice session begins with positive thoughts and reflection and some brief stretching of the limbs to be as loose as possible. I ten move on to some warm ups such as long tones and slurs, always with a tuner! Depending on how much time I have, warming up usually takes 25-30 minutes. I then work on any etudes to get the brain working, followed by shedding whatever needs to get done, be that audition materials I need to work up, or solo pieces for the trombone that I play to keep my lips in tip top shape.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
My dream piece to perform would have to be Tomasi's Concerto for Trombone. When I heard the piece, I immediately knew I wanted to become a professional trombonist.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
The reason I am typing this very paragraph is because of the musical background of my family. My father was a professional trumpet player for the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. My mother was an amateur flautist. The remaining tree on my father's side were all professional musicians in both New York, New Jersey, or eastern Europe on such instruments as violin, piano, accordion, and many kantors in synagogues. My paternal grandmother was a singer who at one point in her life was signed to a record deal to capitol records!
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