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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Mountain View . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Organ Ukulele Electric Violin Music Keyboard Electric Guitar
Throughout years of teaching I began making every lesson unique in a way that would benefit the student the most. The number one goal is for the student to have fun and learn at the same time. I was taught in a very rigorous fashion by high level teachers. I know what it means to look forward to coming to class. I love teaching because it lets me avoid the mistakes my teachers made in the past when it came my time to learn music. Read More
Instruments: Piano
For beginning students, I choose Alfred's Basic Piano Library and Faber Piano Adventures, and other brands/materials that fits the need of the student. I often made teaching materials myself, as well as writing music for my students. The most important thing for beginners are keeping interest and correct postures. Starting from songs the student recognize usually helps. For advance students, I usually recommend repertoire covering all 4 classical periods, plus etudes and finger trainings. Read More
Instruments: Piano Ukulele Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I love everything about music, and that includes teaching music to my students! I bring over 20 years of experience as a composer, songwriter, sound designer, and performer to my music instruction. I've performed nationally, collaborated with theater and dance companies, received grant money from the San Francisco Arts commission for the completion of original music, and now I have just completed my master's in composition and music theory at California State University East Bay. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I am a San Jose music instructor specializing in voice, songwriting, beginning-intermediate guitar, piano and violin. I have extensive training and experience in music, theater and dance, on and off stage - I have written and recorded albums and live performances, I know what works and what doesn't. It's my objective to cultivate a healthy sense of artistry in my students and inspire the same in everyone who is interested. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I grew up in Colorado but have lived in California for the last 25 years. I have four daughters. I love teaching piano and seeing the progress my students make as they learn to play and to love the instrument as much as I do. I learned to play the piano at around age 11 and have been playing ever since. I play mostly for fun but I also play the piano and the organ for my church congregation, have accompanied many musical numbers including solos, choirs of all ages, high school performance groups. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trombone Euphonium Tuba Keyboard
I have been playing trombone since I was 10 years old and I haven't stopped since. I am involved in various groups throughout the SF Bay Area and I have experience in playing many different styles of music ranging from classical, RB, salsa, Latin Jazz, Jazz, rock, and many more. I have been teaching for about 3 years and I have been teaching at San Jose State University as a Jazz Big Band instructor. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard
Music is my life. I actually enjoy teaching music and being creative with all ages and all kinds of people. Ive had the opportunity to play all over the world with jazz bands, Afro Cuban ensembles, top 40 bands as well as my own band which is a mix of original music that is jazz, r and b, soul, hip hop, reggae, latin and funk. I also direct a singing group in Richmond called Voices of Reason. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Synthesizer Euphonium Tuba
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My Mother and Father were both raised in very small towns in TX that centered around agricultural life. They didn't really have much musical background at all.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
How many people can say they decided their life's profession in the 7th Grade? We had our first band rehearsal after school one day and I completely freaked out! I couldn't believe how amazing it felt to be making music with so many other students. The piece was Royal March by John KInyon!
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
In high school all my friends we band kids. I would always bug them to teach me something about their instrument. I gained a ton of knowledge particularly in percussion.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I particularly enjoy Jazz because of the creative aspect. We don't get to be creative enough in everyday life. To get to make music our own way is an incredible feeling.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I would be a golf pro or an actor or an artist or a pilot. There are just too many things to do out there! I enjoy doing these things recreationally of course!
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
There is a Bach Partita for Flute that has been a project for many years on Tuba. I haven't performed it yet but would love to continue working towards that goal.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have 2 degrees in Music Performance, but I also have significant training in Music Education. I believe it is more than ok to blur the line between these two worlds. It is difficult to have one without the other.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
My practice sessions tend to be about 80 percent fundamentals and face maintenance on brass instruments. The other 20 percent would be whatever I am going to be performing next.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Faber, Alfred are my go to books for Piano. For brass I love the Brass Gym Books as well as the Breathing Gym. I absolutely love incorporating Music Theory as much as I can in all lessons.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Nothing is difficult it is just unfamiliar. Tiger Woods used to hit 1000 golf balls by 7am seven days a week! The Malcolm Gladwell theory about 10,000 hours also comes to mind here.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I have had many students do very well at All-Region Auditions. I recently had a student win a Music Theory award at his school. That was particularly meaningful because of how important I believe music theory is.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I have had so many incredible performances over the years. Far too many to count. From solo recitals to Chamber Music Competitions it's been wonderful! This is a huge reason why I teach, I want others to get to experience success the way I have.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I was a victim of peer pressure. My Cousin who is 2 years older than me said I should play a brass instrument. So when the 7th grade began I signed up for Band. Since then I have added many other instruments to the mix but I am so thankful that I started the way I did.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I have been so blessed to be taught by some incredible people. When you get the right teacher the motivation to improve is so strong. You want to do anything you can to get better!
When will I start to see results?
You should gain a ton of perspective and start to see small results even after the first lesson. I am not saying you are ready for Carnegie Hall after 1 lesson but there should be tangible improvement.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Slow and Steady wins the race. Practicing should always sound different than performing. Work only on the most difficult sections of a piece, anything else is a huge waste of time! Consistent work wins every time.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Can they sit still and focus for up to 30 minutes at a time? I do give short breaks as needed but focus is a huge piece of the puzzle.
24 Years
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Cities with Students
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