Piano Lessons in Oak Grove, MO

Instruments: Piano

I am someone who is passionate about music and loves working with students and seeing that passion grow in them as well. I have been playing the piano for 26 years and have learned many different styles, from classical to jazz to improv playing in different bands across the U.S. I graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a Piano Performance minor. Having the opportunity to travel around the nation to perform has been an incredible experience as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I like beginning students to work out of the method recommended by their band teacher, until they are ready to start playing from Rubanks elementary method for trombone. From there students can progress to the advanced method, and work from Arbans method and Rochuts melodious etudes. Students interested in orchestral playing can start with Blazhevichs Clef Studies. Duets corresponding to the students level are played at the start of each lesson to help develop the students sound and intonation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Synthesizer Music Keyboard

Hi, I'm Ahafia! I'm a musician and teacher from Kansas City, I use they/them pronouns, and I am deeply passionate about music and have been since I was born. I have studied piano since age 5 and violin since age 7, and recently graduated from the University of Central Missouri with my Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance. My instruction focuses highly on the expressive possibilities of music, and I encourage my students to find their own individual style by learning how theory, technique, and genre influence their stylistic and artistic decisions. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

I desire for the student to learn as much about themselves as they do their instrument. I believe that piano and voice are conduits for expression of emotion and thought and are extremely beneficial in helping students find confidence and awareness. My main motto is that EVERYONE can make music and so I encourage all types of people to learn at my studio. Music and performance as a profession will only last if the student has passion for it so I try to encourage each student to discover why they want to pursue music throughout lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola Clarinet

I have been teaching lessons since High School. Back then, I mostly taught beginner students on the Piano. Since College, I have expanded my teaching repertoir to include Piano, Organ, Violin, and Viola. For the past 7 years, I have been teaching and instructing my students on the best practices as blossoming musicians. Nothing can make you a better musician than practice and consistency. No matter what genre of music you are interested in, you must practice.There will always be times were you have toforce yourself to practice (because it won't always be fun), but the gains are never dull.It has been my experience that those students who apply themselves diligently, love to play the songs that they have mastered over and over again. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer

I have been fortunate to study under some remarkable professors as well as musicians. There are three individuals in particular that I will never forget. They changed my life. Their determination, work ethic, pure genius and passion for what they do will always stick with me. They raised my bar as a musician and set the bar for my teaching. As a teacher I strive to leave the same imprint on others that they left on me. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Effective teaching needs to be a give and take between the student and the teacher. I am knowledgeable and experienced in performing jazz, classical, and various pop genres of music, and yet, students bring a fresh perspective to a piano lesson. I like to challenge and excite students in developmentally appropriate ways by giving them a mix of music that they choose and music that I think is necessary for their growth as a musician. Read More