Piano Lessons in Reedley, CA

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

My name is Marc and I am a choir teacher in Central California. As a motivated voice instructor, I enjoy working with all types of voices. As one of my voice teachers always stated, "Singing is a journey of self-discovery", and I get to help others on the journey. I have performed in various musical settings including musical theater, choir, opera, and with orchestra. I strive to make learning about the student (that makes learning more enjoyable, right?). Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Ukulele Recorder Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I have been teaching since my college years, as an informal coach, as part of pedagogy or internship assignments, or as a paid instructor. Lessons or work sessions may have been part of readying a friend for a solo in a church gathering, giving tips or pointers for an upcoming stage musical number, assistance with learning an art song, or a formal paid lesson to focus on technique, artistry, diction, interpretation, and delivery. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

The highlight of my day of music is teaching all ages and all levels of piano, music theory and composition. Since I am very confident in the many styles and techniques in which I have performed over the years, it is with pure joy that I teach the various levels of piano along with the musical tools necessary. In this way, the student is enlightened, encouraged, and excited to experience all the wonderful worlds that the piano encompasses. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Harmonica Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I like to encourage my students using of examples of famous musicians that have always inspired me. Also,I believe that understanding and open communication between teacher and student is one of the keys to success! I think it is important for students ask me questions when they not really sure about something so that they go home being able to practice and understand better. I am a firm believer that practice will always make you better in pretty much any aspect of your life. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My teaching experience began when I was a senior in high-school My sister had taught a few students in our neighborhood and asked me to take on her students when she moved away to attend college. I gladly did and discovered my love and passion for teaching. I taught consistently from 2003-2005 in Gilroy, until I attended Fresno Pacific University. I took a brief hiatus from teaching to focus on my own studies, but began teaching again in 2008-2011. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Synthesizer Ukulele Mallet Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

I believe that positive reinforcement is the best way to encourage my students to attain the confidence that is needed as a performer. Musical expression is a visceral experience and I strive to create a comfortable environment for my students. Because sometimes learning an instrument can be tedious, I like to break my lessons up with warmup, rudiment, etude and dexterity exercises; Scale and theory practices; repertoire development in multiple styles including original works; and finally improvisation and listening. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

When I was first teaching, I had to learn to slow down the pace, as most students didn't learn as fast as I did growing up. I try to encourage their inner talent and get interested in the music they like, but I also want to advance them into something that will challenge them. Music teaching is more than what a student wants to learn, but it's there to challenge a student in what can be learned. Read More