Piano Lessons in San Miguel, NM

Instruments: Piano Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

My method for all my students is for them to be classically trained so learning the notes on the fretboard, proper technique and note reading. I use Christopher Parkening's Guitar method Book I to help my students learn the proper technique to play and for them to learn the notes in first position on the guitar and on the staff and beginner chord reading using chord diagrams at first and then showing them the chords on the staff. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I try to make sure students can progress at their own pace based on their own skill level and experience with the instrument. I try to instill diligence patience and not being too hard on yourself as the top priorities. I want student and teacher interactions to be casual enjoyable and fun but at the same time serious with regards to the composer's intentions in the music. Like watering a flower it doesn't happen overnight the flower takes time to grow same with a piano student there needs to be incremental growth not overnight success. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I generally do not teach directly from a book. I only use them as guides. I always felt that was the lazy way of doing things. A book doesn't know the student. I find that students of any age, learn and adapt to teaching in different ways and speeds. I start from the very bottom and we build every lesson, using previous lessons as building blocks. I take pride in teaching the way that works best for you or your child. Read More

Instruments: Piano

When I was six I decided that I wanted to play the piano. Since I was very young, I always enjoyed listening to my mother play Classical Music, that was the moment when I developed my passion for playing the piano. I come from a very musical and artistic family. I am most passionate about Classical Music, and have always wanted to share my passion to others. My mother has not only been the root of my inspiration but also always been my instructor. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Oboe

It has been a constant argument in music teaching that only a select few possess musical talent, and only they in turn should learn music. Shinichi as do I strongly disagree with this narrow philosophy. I believe as he does that all people have the ability to learn depending upon the level of exposure in their environment. This is also my belief and philosophy that I hope to exemplify with my students. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Drums

I am the students greatest motivator. I love to bring out the best in all of my students and help them discover things about their musical capacities that they never have before. I am highly enthusiastic and believe that every one learns at their own pace. Its never about how quickly you learn something, but about how well you learn it, even if it takes time. I like to acknowledge the students progress and their accomplishments because I believe it helps the student to have the desire to keep learning and progressing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

It is important to me that a student both enjoys and learns from their lessons. I strive to make lessons well-rounded. While piano instruction is certainly central to each lesson, I also spend time teaching music theory and ear training. I typically use Alfred's Basic Piano Library method books to achieve this well-rounded approach. The ultimate goal I maintain with students is to see them become independent and proficient learners, as well as to see them making music as a regular part of their lives. Read More