Piano Lessons in Lithonia, GA

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer

I am a passionate musician. In fact, I come from a family full of talented musicians and educators. The most influential on me is my father. He  is the head of the Instrumental department at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington DC. He pretty much sparked the idea of education in music for me. I have a degree in Jazz Studies from Howard University. Howard created the same vocal jazz program that was highlighted on NBC's competition the Sing-off. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

 She has sung in the Full Gospel Baptist Mass Recording Choir, Life Center Cathedral Mass Choir, and the Louisiana State Full Gospel Recording Choir where she was also a featured soloist. She has sung background for the powerful Mrs. Ann Nesby, Eric Benet, Michael McDonald, and Wynonna Judd. She was one of the featured background singers for the AARP Songs of Soul concert at Philips Arena. She worked with such notable artists as: Debbie Allen, Ann Nesby, Chaka Khan, Pastor Shirley Ceasar, CeCe Winans, Queen Latifah, Patti Austin, Yolanda Adams, Dionne Warwick, Paris Bennett, and little Miss Jamiah from the movie August Rush. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

For beginning piano players I use Alfred's Basic music Library Books, which is a great course! There are books for children level, as well as adult books, which may be accompanied by a workbook and a recital book. Depending on the students level, I try to accomplish completing 1-2 pages in the book each lesson. For voice lessons, I use a variety of vocal warm ups and breathing techniques to help students prepare for songs of their choice. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute

My name is Joy Gilmore. I am a concert pianist. Playing piano is a major part of my life. I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. I started to play piano when I was 7. I became a concert pianist after I received my BA degree in piano performance and church music. I am still playing piano till this day. Piano lessons is not only improve kid's grades at school but also brings joy and peace to the earth. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard

Music teachers made a difference in my life. I probably would have given up on music if I didn't have patient and supportive teachers showing me the way. This is how I strive to teach music now. All it takes is for one person to say "yes" to a student who has frequently been told "no" or "keep trying!" Working in collaborative environments like theatre and choirs have shown me the different types of people and situations that come with performing of any kind. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Music Keyboard

I generally will start off students with the Hal Leonard Essential Elements books 1 and 2. Once the fundamentals from those books have been understood, I will start the students on repertoire that is appropriate for their level. I generally will start off on Classical music, but if the student has a request I will help them work on that song unless I know that their skill level isn't at the point where they can perform that song. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar Synthesizer

My teaching style is flexible according to the students pace of learning and I encourage students to practice consistently so that progress continues as a measured gradual pace. I also focus on setting long and short term goals according to the student's main objective. Read More