Piano Lessons in Ionia, NY

Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard

...I continue to stress to my students the importance of listening to all types of music as well as having a regular practice schedule. I always try and make sure that the student is having fun and is working on material that they truly enjoy. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Mandolin Recorder Euphonium Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Conga Latin Percussion

...But as already stated, this does not excuse a good foundation in reading music and understanding music theory. For more advanced players (who would most likely be percussionists if working with me, though I am willing to work with any instrument at a more advanced level), we would work out of books I and the student(s) find fitting for their skill level. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Saxophone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Mandolin Tuba Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

...I graduated from the Eastman School of music in 1977 and have played in several bands and sung in a multitude of singing groups during my life. I have taught music in all its forms for 40 years.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

...Know yourself and go in with a plan!! Before practicing, evaluate how long you can practice so that it is safe, enjoyable, and productive. You want to make sure that your time in the practice room is time well spent and that you're not overworking yourself!... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Music Keyboard

...I'm a classically trained pianist who also specializes in musical theatre, jazz, pop, and rock. I have always tried to assign repertoire to my students keeping in mind their individual progress but also giving them opportunities to play or sing pieces that they enjoy.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

...I do use books but don't rely on them. If a student is really trying to focus on a particular aspect of music, like for example phrasing during improvisation, then I can share my own knowledge and recommend professional material to them.... Read More