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Instruments: Piano Trumpet
For beginner students, Hal Leonard's Essential Elements provides a simple and easy to understand method to learning an instrument. For trumpet students, I like to integrate Earl D. Irons, H. L. Clarke, Arban, Stamp, Chicowicz and Caruso studies. In addition to technique, these books offer etudes and duets. For jazz improvisation students, iRealPro, The Real Book and Jamey Abersolds ii-V-I book (Volume 3). In addition to these method books, I also like to stress the importance of sight reading; books like Alan Raphs Dance Band book and other solo repertoire provide good sight reading training. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
Im a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students of all ages and sharing my love of music! In 2010, I graduated from Bradley University with a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance. I started teaching private lessons while in college and loved it so much I never stopped! I have performed in various choirs and ensembles throughout the years and enjoy performing in musical theater productions. Some of my favorite roles include Cosette from Les Miserables and Lily from the Secret Garden. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar
Included in these experiences was Chicagoland regular rotation play on XRT's local music showcase and an interview on the Flabby Hoffman Show. While attending UIC I even dabbled in theatre, and though I I had little to no experiece as an actor, I achieved a lead role in three out of the four productions I was cast in. Of these four, two were rock musicals, including the Who's "Tommy." As you can see, my whole life is music.I love to teach, perform and compose music.Although I love all these elements of music, I would have to say that my greatest joy comes from seeing my students progress towards becoming accomplished musicians.Whatever your goals may be, I take great pride in helping you attain them. Read More
Instruments: Piano
For 5 to 6 year old beginners, I create an individualized lesson plan based on observing the student's learning style, strengths and weaknesses as well as personality. For the first 4 or more lessons, this includes my own big-note, large-symbol work sheets and simple songs. Next, and with older or more advanced students, I use a combination of lesson, technique and performance method books (Faber, Bastien, Hal Leonard), a scale/chording book and adjunct material consisting of songs the student wants to learn such as pop/rock, movie themes, holiday and theme music, and classical, to maintain interest and enjoyment. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Viola Music Keyboard
My methods depend on my students' ages, experience, and instruments. I incorporate books from Full Voice, Suzuki, Schradiek, Piano Pronto, Bastien, and more! I ensure that my students are getting the essential education that will help them grow and succeed as a musician. In addition to teaching exercises, technic, warmups, scales, chords, arpeggios (and more), I also ensure that students are applying these things to pieces that are important to learn through lesson books and with songs that my students want to learn. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard
To me, the most important thing about teaching is listening to a student's goals and interests. I do my best to keep my ears open as we work to make sure I am structuring a program that helps them feel fulfilled and challenged every step of the way. For younger students, the goal is to keep them engaged in music until the point when they have such mastery that they can see the results of their work tangibly. Read More
Instruments: Piano Synthesizer
I started teaching piano while in college. The spectrum of my students was varied from their ages to their experience. I found that I could make a greater impact on the progress of my students not only by incorporating organized lesson plans, but also by creating a fun and nurturing environment. My success in motivating and teaching my students was based on making learning fun. I never forget about the importance of music theory, but I also understand each student is unique. Read More
Instruments: Piano
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
When I practice I have to be relaxed and calm. My hands and arms get tense when I have to play certain chords. After being relaxed, I start with a piece I like whether it is easy or a harder in difficulty. I go through the sections of the piece that I know I have problems and practice those parts. I use the method of practice small parts before playing the whole piece through. I take the repeats (if there are any). In between pieces I do technique. The scales, arpeggios, chord progressions are essential to practicing more important than learning the pieces. Then I go back to play other pieces, some that are not classical and more popular/fun (like Disney or Star Wars).
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I do use specific teaching books. When I started teaching piano I went with the books I used, the Alfred or Bastion book; they are good books I played from until high school. When I was in college, the music and piano teachers suggested looking at others books; other piano teachers preferred the Faber books because they had more challenging content and they're students were learned more and progressed at a faster pace with the Faber books more than students using the other books. Once I started using the Faber books I found this to be true.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
I've found when teaching is some things that are hard for me are easier for others. Students vary. Some like the challenges with playing a harder song and are excited when the accomplish the song. Others struggle with different things (chords or playing legato/staccato) and are just happy to get to the next song. When beginning piano some tough things to master are learning things like bass clef notes and playing hands together. But as they progress through the books and more challenging pieces the harder parts are keeping the same tempo throughout the piece, the scales and chords, changing hand positions/key changes.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I currently only have four students. I have had up to six students at one time. But none of my students have won awards or been selected for special honors that I know of. They have performed for the two recitals that I had at my house. They all performed exceptionally well in front of their families, even though they were a little bit nervous. I do not know if they will continue for a future career with music or piano or if they are just continue to play for enjoyment and fun. I would definitely encourage my students to enter a competition at school.
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