Piano Lessons in Santa Monica , CA

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

... I always insist that setting goals and expectations for them, is very important, as well as keeping track of whether they themselves are staying on task.  I try and incorporate different ways of practicing or playing music, so that even practicing turns into being fun and exciting and doesn't feel like a chore.  ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

...All of the snare drum method books that I use with my students will eventually be adapted for drum set. Additionally, some other books that I use with my drum set students are Syncopation by Ted Reed, The Art of Bop by John Riley, The Essence of Afro-Cuban Percussion, and The Essence of Brazillian Percussion by Ed Uribe. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Synthesizer Recorder Euphonium French Horn Music Keyboard

...For the younger beginning students, I usually start with Alfred's Beginning Piano Series. Once the student has a grasp of the fundementals, I will begin introducing major and minor scales as well as solo repertoire.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

...I always tell students achieving good technique allows musicians to play a lot of the music they are interested in.I have always developed a very individualized approach for each student to help maintain their interest and motivation.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola Saxophone Flute Clarinet Oboe English Horn Acoustic Guitar

...I use a wide variety of methods depending on the student's current ability level, musical preferences, and goals. I'm also willing to work with a method or book that a student is currently using.... Read More