Piano Lessons in Smithfield, NC

Instruments: Piano

My preparation for each student helps me to be the best I can be when each student arrives for a lesson. I set short and long-term goals for students, and always give my best. I have a variety of materials, music and teaching tools ready to make each lesson meaningful and helpful. I'm always patient and try to present concepts in a variety of ways to reach different learning styles. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Viola Keyboard

I use Suziki Violin Method, Bastian for piano. I have also been developing my own method, and it's dependant in the students agenda. I encourage the building of reperatore early on. I have also used Liytle Einstein piano method and varies products produced by Hal Leonard. I find the students goals are very formative to the approach I choose to take. Sole students are doing the study for sheer personal enjoyment others are more serious and want to make a career out kf mus8c as they mature. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

Every student has a unique learning style. With more than 30 years of experience, I tune in to each student’s best learning style to make the most of our lesson time. My graduate studies focused on human performance, including motivation. I have developed skill and comfort in teaching virtually and have a professional account with Zoom. I’m fully vaccinated and will teach in person with both students and teacher fully masked. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I believe the best teaching method is one that focuses on the accomplishments of each student. I have several different rewards systems that I will use to motivate students to practice at home. Part of this system is encouraging my students to set their own realistic goals and walking them through how to reach them. Additionally, I am a big believer in affirmation and will do my best to encourage each student throughout the lesson. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin

 Drawing upon my education and experiences as both performer and teacher, I strive to relate my musical background to my students' learning experiences and progress. As each student comes with his or her individual musical wants and interests, student lessons are designed to meet these needs of a particular student. I have young students of ages 5 to 14 as well as students of upper ages. According to a student's level of musicianship (beginner, advanced or in between), students are taught how to read music, music theory in relation to their progress, chords, scales and how to write/compose their own songs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Clarinet Recorder Bassoon

I’m a friendly and kind teacher, and I love sharing my love of Music with students both young and old. I studied at the Junior Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London before going to the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester at 18. As a student I began working as a freelance bassoonist, around the UK. I spent a good deal of time playing in the orchestra for choirs and amateur operatic societies. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I am passionate about helping people understand, appreciate and utilize music to enhance their life. I can personally attest that music has been important to me. It has helped me with concentration, discipline and overall life performance. With over 30 years of music experience, I have helped numerous men and woman become performers, composers and teachers of music. As a trained pianist, I have helped numerous musicians integrate theory into practice. Read More