Piano Lessons in Haddon Heights , NJ

Instruments: Piano

...I encourage them to listen to how they play by playback recordings, humming to the tunes using their voice even when playing an instrument, so that they can listen and feel their own music. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano

...I encourage questions and discussions about practicing, repertoire, performing, and careers. To be sure time is well spent, I'll sometimes say, "Practice this piece just as you would if I were not here."  This way I can offer suggestions for learning pieces and methods more quickly.   Practice time should be a joyful time, full of a sense of accomplishment, and I am especially keen to help make this so for all students. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo Oboe Bassoon Keyboard

...Finding the inspiration inside the student is what is important. Setting goals and understanding the students wants and needs makes you a successful teacher. Having that passion makes me never give up on a student.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

...Each student has an individual connection with music, and therefore a teacher should be willing to adapt their methods in the best interest of each student. When working with a new student, I devote the first lesson to getting to know each other; the student's interest in music, their proficiency level (if they've studied in the past), their hobbies, Depending on that meeting we might choose to focus more on music theory, or ear training, or performance repertoire; whatever the student and I set as a goal for our work together.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

...After getting to know the student on a first name basis, we will go through a basic warmup and posture review. Then, I like for the student to come with us song they would like to learn or a specific goal.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Music Keyboard Electric Guitar

...As I said above, my biggest priority is to guide the student on their journey to discovering the music that they would like to play and create.... Read More