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Instruments: Piano Keyboard
I have over 10 years of teaching experience with the last 7 years being full time. I started playing piano when I was 5 so I have over 22 years of playing experience. The number one thing I stress about learning to play the piano (except practice of course!) is that you need to be having fun at all times. Music is supposed to be fun so it’s my job to make sure my students are enjoying each lesson and each time they sit down at their piano. Read More
Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard
I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. I do my best to help each student to succeed in reaching their musical goal. I am trying to provide a professional studio environment free from distractions and conductive to learning and music-making. I teach students using a well-rounded approach that includes music theory , proper piano technique, piano repertoire , functional keyboard skills, sight reading skills and much more. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Viola Music Keyboard
Hi! Im Kyla G. and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons. I have a BA in Music and BA in Musical Theatre from Columbia College Chicago. I have had so many wonderful opportunities to share the knowledge that I have gained throughout all my time of being a performing artist. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Clarinet Bass Guitar Synthesizer French Horn
From the very beginning of my work, I believe in positive reinforcement because I find that we all need our hopes and beliefs in our ability to accomplish something to be nurtured before we take on any challenge, objective or goal. This is very important because I also believe that presenting students with challenges and goals allows them to experience adventure, fun, and rewards- particularly in the context of music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard
My Teaching experience is I started out I was a music tutor in college back in 1994. I had two students 25 years ago. It was in their home. Back in 1999, my cliental increased up to 6 students but I went from house to house . That was rough.Back 2006, I taught in the home with my grandmother. I was also giving Piano lessons after school when I worked at Higher Learning Day care and I worked there for 6 years from 2002-2008. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Coming back to goal setting, each student will want something a little different out of it from the next. So I find it helpful to ask and figure out; if there's a specific song they wish to learn, what some of their favorite artists are so we may get a grasp what style they are into, or just want to learn about music in general so that one day they may be able to create their own original work. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
For beginning piano students, I select a method book that will be best for the individual student. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for a recital performance. For voice students, I use the bel canto style of singing. Students will learn proper technique through vocal exercises and solo repertoire. We will focus on breathing, intonation, vowel formation, and posture among many other things. Read More
Instruments: Piano
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
A child is ready to start lessons if they are expressing an interest in learning an instrument. Many parents want their child to play an instrument for a variety of reasons. But if the child is not interested there might be trouble getting them to practice. Children can get very distracted easily, so being able to focus and sit for thirty minutes for the lesson and for practicing is ideal.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Growing up the instruments I mostly heard and saw people playing were string, brass, or percussion. My older brother played the violin. My other brother started playing piano but quit after a while. Initially I choose piano because my brother was playing. But as I started I really enjoyed playing the piano being inspired by my piano teachers. While I've tried to started learning another instrument (guitar) I just did not enjoy it enough to continue on to private lessons. I've always appreciated the love of playing the piano.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
There are some ways I have taught for practicing effectively. One way I tell my students if there are having difficulties is to practice hands separately. Sometimes the melody has a difficult rhythm or there are many chord changes. Playing the song in sections is another effective practice. Taking four measure bars of music to play ten times or more is helpful. Some students play songs to quickly then slow down when the more difficult part comes up. Telling them start the song at a slower tempo should help with practicing. If they can play with accuracy slower, then they will gradually play faster to get up to the appropriate speed.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
From when I started playing piano to when I stopped in high school, I had the same teacher Faith Gaskell. She made the lessons fun by having games and prizes for passing each song or scale. She encouraged me and kept me interested in piano and music. My teachers in college, Olga and Janice, have really inspired me when I felt like giving up and believing in me. They knew that I am talented and encouraged me in private lessons and in public performances. Also other musicians who play many instruments inspire me to keep playing.
When will I start to see results?
Results will be different for each student. Some students progress faster than others, but some take more time and practice. Slower progress is not a bad thing. I think that every lesson the student should be learning something new. For beginners, the students start learning how to play the notes on the piano before reading the music on the paper. Depending on how quick (and how much practicing) they pick it up results should be seen within the first few weeks. I assign at least one song from the lesson book each week.
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