Piano Lessons in Lake Oswego , OR

Instruments: Piano

...I also supplement the method books with music that is tailored to each individual student. I am open to other methods if the student requests. For example, if a transfer student has been working in a different method, I am open to continuing in that method unless I feel that it does not mesh well with my own teaching styles and methods. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard

...My preferred courses for beginning students are Alfred, Faber and Bastien. I always include music theory, as it is fundamental to appreciating and understanding the music, and it allows students to learn the basics of improvisation. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet

...As a teacher, I think it's important to take a broad view of the impact on music education on students of all ages. I think everyone can learn something from music lessons and have a great time doing so!... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

...Each student is at a different level, and therefore requires different teaching methods. I like to implement the Hanon exercises for scales and warm-ups, also focusing on things like scales and arpeggios.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin

...There are so many ways to approach music - via reading music, improvising, composing, playing by ear, and I make sure to include them all over the course of my lessons with students.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Synthesizer

...Throughout lessons and following up on previous weeks, I always make a point of acknowledging the progress that has been made before honing in on problem areas or the aspects with room for improvement.... Read More