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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in North Bethesda . 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
I have been teaching for about 10 years, both privately and in schools. When I was at Indiana University, I tutored fellow music students who wanted to study piano, and I also began teaching privately. Since then, I have adjunct faculty at Seton Hall University, and I have taught privately. My students have ranged in age from 5 through adult, and I've taught all levels of experience. I've prepped students for auditions, entrance to music schools, college-level, and I've taught complete beginners. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet
I love music. Music changed my life growing up. I was a very shy kid and music taught me how to connect with others from various backgrounds. I think that music is one of the most powerful forces on our planet. Being a teacher is amazing because I get to share those experiences with my students. I graduated in 2004 with a Bachelors of Music with a focus on Jazz Studies. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard
I find the process of exploring music and finding solutions together with my students to be intensely uplifting and meaningful, since, as mentioned earlier, each musical soul is unique. While I set clear standards of excellence, I am also patient with all levels and abilities. Indeed, teaching beginners (including adults) is a special passion of mine. A typical lesson will include warm-ups, scales, arpeggios and etudes, followed by detailed work on repertory pieces. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet Flute Clarinet Double Bass
Music has been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started playing the piano when I was 7 and from there my love for music grew. Since then I have picked up many other instruments including but not limited to, the trumpet, stand-up bass, bass guitar, french horn, flute, and clarinet. I have played with many different bands in the DC, VA, MD area with genres varying between classical, jazz, latin, ska, and funk. Read More
Instruments: Piano
Teaching piano has been a continual experience for me that initially began as a part time venture. For the last 10 years, I have enjoyed sharing my knowledge and experience with students of all ages. Each of them have their own individual style that I like to help them explore in order to encourage their expansion into the plethora of repertoire and genre's available. Whether it's classical or broadway, I work with all of my students to enhance their understanding of the world through musical expression! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
As a musician, I believe that while learning and making music it is important not only to learn the fundamental techniques required for the instrument, but to have fun while playing. Playing and making music should be an enjoyable past time for all people of all ages, without judgement because of skill level or genre. Because of these beliefs, I try to diversify my playing in all genres on many different instruments in order to remove any biases against genres, and learn the true art behind all types of music, no matter how simple it may be. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet French Horn Oboe Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I have been teaching in the NOVA area for a little over three years now. I started when I returned from out of state and have not looked back since. I have maintained a studio of about 10-15 students almost consistently after about a year of starting. My students have ranged widely in age, from elementary students to retired adults who have have wanted to learn an instrument. I am focused on both enjoying playing but also pushing students to their limits and making them much better. Read More
Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Music Keyboard
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
One great sign that a student is ready for lessons is if they ask for lessons.
That show immediate interest.
I've found that students around the age of 7 and older are able to make faster progress
compared to younger students.
Music has a lot of abstract concepts, and children are able to transition from
concrete thinking to abstract thinking around that age.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Learn as slow as necessary and practice to perform.
Most mistakes students make happen because they are rushing the learning
process.
Learning a new piece of music takes three separate steps.
after choosing from 1 to 4 measures, the first step is to learn one hand's part
up to speed.
Secondly, learning the opposite hand's part up to speed.
Third, learning to play hands together up to speed.
Practicing to perform is done at the same time as the song is being learned, so that each part is played as close to
how the song will be performed once they know how to play it correctly.
When will I start to see results?
Students start seeing results at their very first lesson.
My teaching style gets students to make more significant
gains quicker than traditional teaching styles.
They have music they enjoy playing right at the beginning, and every
lesson thereafter.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My mom encouraged me to take lessons by taking lessons, also.
It didn't take long for me to develop a passion for learning piano, and
becoming self-motivated to continue my education.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I love how I can solo and accompany myself at the same time.
Playing piano, and especially synthesizer, essentially gives me an entire orchestra
at my fingertips. With so many musical styles available, the joy of learning is
endless.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Playing at the Kansas City Music Festival is one highlight of my career.
I'm also happy to have won many state competitions playing flute
and tenor saxophone.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I've had at least 12 students attain distinction and Honors levels in their RCM and ABRSM
certifications.
I've had 4 beginning students audition for the piano part for their orchestras,
and won over more experienced pianists.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master at the piano is to be able to play
completely different styles of music, and to learn the styles unique
language on a professional level.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I'm partial to the Piano Adventures series, as well as the RCM Music Development Program.
Both are very thorough in helping students understand complex musical concepts in the shortest
amount of time.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
I like to start out with theory and scales. That way students learn what, why, and how (theory) and
also warm up the small muscles and joints in their hands (scales), so they avoid injury when it's time
to play/work on their music.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
I have several songs I enjoy playing. If I have to pick just one, it's Bach's Suite No. 3 in D.
A close second is Angela, the theme to the hit T.V. show Taxi.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I weren't a musician, I'd be an artist.
I'm fascinated by how artist can draw or paint amazing pictures with ease.
However, I'm much happier as a pianist and composer.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I love to play the Blues.
I especially like songs that mix the Blues in with
other styles of music.
Along the same lines, Boogie-Woogie is also a favorite of mine.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I played flute and saxophone in elementary and high school, but they don't come close
to how much I enjoy playing and studying piano and synthesizers.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Listening to hits on the radio runs in my family, and my dad plays
the guitar. Other than that, I'm the only one who has pursued learning
an instrument to the extent that I have.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided and was a paid professional at the age of 14, and have been playing in that
capacity ever since.
It was a gradual process until I came to the realization that I have a talent in music
and that playing piano and performing is my passion and a huge part of who I am.
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