Piano Lessons in Galloway, OH

Instruments: Piano

I started teaching piano Jazz improvisation in 1993 in Russia. I moved to the US in 1997 graduated from Berklee College Of Music in 2002. I came back to teaching privately in 2006 - present. I teach my students Jazz related Classical piano - Jazz improvisation techniques writing - if they are interested. My teaching experience is over 13 years. My playing experience is over 25 years. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Music

Hello! My name is Nadine F. and I am orginally from Washington, DC born and raised. With a mother who is a visual artist and a father who is a musician, music has been important to my upbringing and family from a young age. I began playing flute at age 4 and continue to pursue it professionally to this day. I also have been teaching music for the past 5 years including piano, flute, acting, and choir. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I normally start out with the Faber and Faber Piano Adventures methods books for the piano students. This includes a lesson book and a theory book. The lesson book will teach the student the physical skill of playing piano by presenting them with leveled songs to learn. The theory book will focus more on the mechanics of music and playing and require some written work. These two methods work very well together to give the student a comprehensive experience with the piano. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Keyboard

I began piano lessons at the age of 5, and organ lessons at age 10. I became the junior organist at Lagonda United Methodist Church at age 14, playing at the early service. By age 17, I became their principle organist and choir accompanist. Five years later, I also became the organist and choir director at Highlands United Church of Christ. I attended Wright State University on academic and music scholarships, and graduated, magna cum laude, in 2001, with concentration in organ, piano, and vocal. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

No matter the age, i think it's always important to find out what genres of music the student enjoys. This is because they will most likely stay engaged and develop a passion for pieces they find enjoyable. For beginners, I start with the Michael Aaron Piano Course books. Technique such as finger placement, body mechanics, and scales are interwoven to increase proficiency. For adults, I will ask about their ability level and if other instruments have been played in the past. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass Acoustic Guitar

When beginning teaching I typically assess the learners general attention span, natural strengths, and what is motivating for them. I complete a beginner piano assessment to find out how the learner is with pattern recognition, any previous knowledge they may have, and what type of instruction they respond best to. When I understand the learners least restrictive environment I will choose the type of notation we start with. This can be traditional sheet music, pop chords, or adapted notation that may consist of numbers, letters, and/or colors. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have been teaching piano 20 years ago as a first job out of a small church in Millersburg, Ohio. I had been taking piano since I was three and had been doing competition piano. I then went to Otterbein College and earned my degree in Voice. From there I started working for Music and Arts in Westerville as a piano instructor for 10 years. I went on to run my own business for those students that needed in home lessons. Read More