Piano Lessons in Portland, TN

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I really can't say much different from what I said in my methods, my methods and teaching style are singular and at one with each other, My goals and agendas while flexible for different students have been balanced by years and thousands of lessons into my own styles of teaching. I did take a Pedagogy course as well and teaching is a real art. I take students into music they're interested in right away if they already know what they like. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Viola Trumpet

I've taught piano and violin for many years and enjoy the rewards and the challenges of working with students and having them learn the skills to both enjoy and succeed in music. I have also spent a number of years as music director for several different schools and churches working with choirs and handbells. I have found that when students are motivated and inspired there is practically no limit to what they can accomplish, and helping to provide that inspiration is one of my greatest goals, and why I enjoy teaching. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I start lessons with a quick interview so I can get an idea of what you want with your singing, not only technically I.e. range, projection, pitch etc, but also personal goals, being better at karaoke or sounding your best in a recording studio and everything in between. We then go over basic vocal exercises, the principles of singing, any tension I see encumbering your vocal production. The last half of the lesson we go through songs, either that you pick or are assigned. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Double Bass

I am an enthusiastic and energetic teacher that loves to help people meet their musical goals and succeed elsewhere in life. I graduated from UGA, in 2010, with a Vocal Performance degree. While I have a deep respect for classical music, I love rock 'n roll and enjoy helping others learn good technique that will last a lifetime. I have performed across the United States and Europe as a solo singer, in vocals groups, and rock 'n roll bands. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I have always had a passion for teaching having worked as a private instructor and marching band instructor throughout my 20's and into my early 30's. I am certified to teach in the public schools. I have taught as a full time band director in the states of Tennessee and Ohio. I also worked as a part time band director in the Pittsburgh Catholic Schools. I am currently interviewing for full time positions in the state of Tennessee. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

I strongly believe that a student make a commitment to practice - just like in marching band, studying for a class, studying for a play, etc. Without regularly practicing at least 5 days each week, the student will not make the improvements that they want. Finally, I like using intrinsic and extrinsic rewards to say well done. So candy, certificates, awards, and even that annual recital can all be expected. I like to bring other instruments in so we can practice playing as a small ensemble. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Harp Music Keyboard

I love working with students of all ages! In 2018, I received my Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from Charleston Southern University and have been teaching ever since. I grew up traveling with my older siblings who are all musicians, and we would perform all over for concerts, weddings, social events, churches, and more. As a musician of 23 years, I have loved seeing how music brings people together and am excited to instill a passion for music into the students that I teach, as well as my own children. Read More