Piano Lessons in Goldenrod, FL

Instruments: Piano Voice

In 2016, I relocated to Valdosta, GA, where I stayed for four years as a Visiting Assistant Professor and then as an Assistant Professor of Music. I relocated in 2020 for family reasons to the Orlando area, where I teach part time at Valencia College. During these past number of years, I have learned that teaching students and learning music is fun. It also takes hard work, consistency, and willingness to persevere. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

At first, students may require a lot of assistance to get through the material, but as they progress, I teach with the intention that they will one day be able to look at a piece and teach themselves without assistance from me. This can take quite a long time and usually requires years of dedication and study. I encourage students to understand the music theory behind the songs they play so its about a lot more than simply memorizing notes on their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute

I teach them how to read notes, how to play the flute, how to properly use their body and fingers when playing and very important how to use diaphragmatic breathing. When I work with voice students I try first to get understanding of what the student is interested in. Every student who wants to learn or improve singing is different and likes different stiles of music and that is why my voice teaching method depends on the students knowledge , abilities, range and etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano

For beginners who are very young, I usually begin with the notes of the piano keyboard. Once the pupil has advanced to the highest levels of classical and gospel music, I will introduce more challenging types of music for the student to recite. I will hold concerts for the students so they can have their skills tested. I will also give memory tests to the students. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have my own method of teaching which has worked for every student I have had.  For piano, I begin teaching basic music theory and sight reading from the very first lesson. I typically use "Piano Adventures" method books as a baseline, but tailor the lessons to each student's needs.  For voice, I use a mix of karaoke tracks and light piano accompaniment to help the students learn to sing on their own. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Ukulele Keyboard

I love for each student to leave their lesson excited about the music they create! I am an encouraging teacher, but I help my students set realistic goals (and stretch goals!) that keep them motivated to progress in their musicianship. How our lessons progress really depends on the student in question. If they would like to pursue competitions, I am well equipped to help. If they choose to develop their skills in a lower stakes environment without any competitions, that's also completely fine. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I usually start off with Bastian Primer Book. Then I move on to the FaberFaber Piano Adventures Series. In conjunction with this series,I will supplement with other pieces that I feel will inspire and challenge them. if the student requests a certain piece or style of piece they would like to work on, I definitely make sure to grant it to them. This only tells me that they are really having fun and is eager to learn more. Read More