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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Poway . 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 Organ
We work together to learn how to practice, and how to play, whatever music you like. I can help you find music that you enjoy, and for some students I create new arrangements of songs they like, at their level. I also have composed pieces that sometimes help the learning. I try very hard to show you how to practice. Instead of focusing on whether a mistake was made (you will know that!), I like to focus on the proper form and technique of playing. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Ukulele
For beginning piano students, I like to use the Piano Adventure book series. They do a very good job at laying out the basics of piano technique in a fun and colorful way for young children. As the students progress through the series I will encourage them to begin learning pieces on their own and eventually preparing them for recital performances. For vocal students, I like to teach based on their ability and style preference. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin
I have been a musician since I can remember. I come from a musical family all multi instrumentalists. I received my BA Music from San Diego State University and studied as a piano major and was a member of the SDSU Symphony Orchestra playing violin. While at Grossmont High School, I played clarinet and mallets in marching band and was in the symphonic band and orchestra; I sang alto in the award winning choir. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin
I started teaching in high school. At Santa Monica High School, we had a huge music program. With 6 orchestras in making up the music program, I was placed in the orchestra made up of the most advanced players. I volunteered my time every week at the request of our orchestra director to giving lessons to students placed in the beginning and intermediate orchestras. Unfortunately I was unable to teach during my college years, but I am excited to start building up my studio with motivated and teachable students. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar
I had started teaching music to my fellow peers in high school as a school project, and since then have been teaching privately to all ages and skill levels, as well as afterschool arts programs and guitar shops around San Diego. I encourage my students to have a good idea of what they want to accomplish, and through our lessons we'll focus in depth on not only reaching these goals, but doing so in a fun and creative way. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Recorder Mallet Percussion
I am a passionate and motivated instructor who specializes in working with young beginning musicians. My experience as a former elementary school general music teacher and band director has provided me with the insight to support students to succeed in those environments. Music has afforded me the opportunity to travel the world as a performer and, it is my goal to support my students so they may also have the same experiences. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Clarinet French Horn Piccolo
Our former students have gone onto win the Governors Award for Musical Theatre Performance, Tisch School for Performing Arts, and Westminster Choir College. While at Harrison High School & Washington Middle school, I implemented an after-school academy for the performing arts, which includes: a dance program, jazz vocals, musical theatre lab, and a Finale writing program which our students use state of the art equipment to write and record their own material. Read More
Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I have a wide range of musical tastes, encompassing both popular and classical music from various cultures worldwide. While some styles resonate with me more due to my familiarity with them, particularly when it comes to playing, I firmly believe that good music transcends cultural boundaries and genre limitations. I don’t confine myself to specific musical preferences when it comes to listening or playing.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
My first instrument actually was the keyboard, which taught me how to read music. Studying music at the college and graduate levels necessitates a grasp of music theory, which is usually done on the piano. Additionally, I do all of my composing on the piano. Furthermore, every drummer should have a basic knowledge of melody and harmony.
Apart from these, certain instruments complement each other, such as drums and bass.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My family enjoys listening to music and attending live music shows in a variety of musical styles. Some family members play or have played a musical instrument.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
wer In my case, the decision to pursue music professionally was a gradual one. After completing my undergraduate degree in engineering, I realized that I wanted to explore the possibility of making music a full-time career. It was the right time for me to attend the Drummers Collective in New York City. It was there that I made the decision to dedicate myself entirely to music.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Since I also have a degree in engineering (B.Sc. in Environmental/Civil Engineering from the University of Technology in Munich, GER), I believe I would pursue a career in that field.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
Some warm-ups for both the body and mind are essential before diving into the specific topic I want to focus on. Since drums are such a physically demanding instrument, it’s crucial to stretch afterward or at the end of the day. A typical drumming session for me lasts between 40 and 60 minutes, depending on the intensity of the session.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
I don’t have a dream piece to perform. What truly matters to me is the opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals and immerse myself in a diverse range of musical genres.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
My Master of Fine Arts degree in Jazz Drums from CalArts is primarily focused on performance. I also studied composition and pedagogy there. I pursued a Master’s degree to enhance my musical skills and broaden my musical knowledge.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
These methods serve as the foundation of my teaching, which I adapt to suit each student’s unique interests and requirements. I draw upon a diverse range of books, tailoring my approach to meet the specific needs of each student.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
This is a highly individual question, and the answer varies from person to person. In general, one of the most difficult aspects of playing any instrument is the long-term commitment and patience required for consistent practice.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
Of course, awards are great, but music competitions can be highly subjective. I am not discouraging anyone from participating in competitions, but the most important thing in music and art is to do what you love and are passionate about. Everything else will naturally follow.
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Cities with Students
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