Piano Lessons in Rocky Hill , NJ

Instruments: Piano

...I encourage students to pick the music they want to play.  For those who have no prior music knowledge at all, there are numerous beginning methods that are satisfactory.  I teach harmony and ear training at a level in agreement with ability of the fingers to execute.   It is so nice to learn to play by ear, (starting with very simple tunes) going from the brain to the keyboard without the crutch of the paper score.  Of course this is the objective of preparation (study, practice) anyway, so the emotional feeling that the composer intended can be experienced and interpreted (and communicated to the audience) in a wonderful, magical way.  ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Double Bass Keyboard

...The most important over-arching philosophy in ALL of my teaching, is INDIVIDUAL CURRICULUM. Every student is a unique human being, bringing unique perspective, experiences, talents, and flaws. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

...I recommend practicing with a metronome and a timer. Structuring practice time in small increments can maximize the results you see from your practice. This method tends to yield great improvements, and the best motivator for practicing is actively seeing improvement!... Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

...I may step in from time to time to keep track of what's going on, but this is only to keep the student involved in their own self-initiated practicing.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

...I started teaching privately in college, at the age of 18 in numerous studios throughout New York City. I have taught people of all ages, from the age of 5 to people in their 70s.... Read More