Piano Lessons in Southside, FL

Instruments: Piano Saxophone

For beginning students, we usually focus on the "Essential Elements" workbooks; however, I may need need to make alterations depending on the needs of the student. The goal is for the student to learn while simultaneously showing interest and curiosity for the future. For more advanced students, it is important for us to address areas in our playing that could use more attention - we focus on these areas in conjunction with further improvement in other aspects. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I feel the best approach is to used what the student may learn the best. My personal favorite studies are made by Alfred's Piano Methods. I like to used their lesson, theory, and technique books. Hanon and Czerny exercises are also important for developing sound and technique. I require my student to practice for a hour our more a day. In addition to the studies I like to offer a recital one to two times a year. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer

Depending on the level of the student and the desired style of music they are interested in, I offer a variety of different books to get the student started. Once they get to a certain level, I will start my students on the Hanon book of exercises. this book is a must for any pianist. These lessons provide the technique and knowledge needed to master the piano. No matter what style of music my students like to play, the Hanon book will always be valuable for all levels. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

As I previously mentioned, I try my best to keep lessons as fun and engaging as possible, because I feel that creative enjoyment is a very important motivator in this field. That being said, I do encourage and appreciate a consistent practice schedule so that my students may advance at an appropriate pace. I also believe that acknowledging when a student has succeeded and lauding them appropriately for their hard work is a very valuable facet in creating intrinsic motivation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I am Highly motivated, honest, confident and hardworking leader, keep attention to details. I love to work with students and share my love of music and my experience with them. I like to help them to learn music and to grow like musicians. I got music aducation in Ukraine as a classical and opera singer and as a conductor of choir and orchestra. In Ukraine, together with organist Viktor Billa, I had many performances in different concert halls. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

My musical journey encompasses a broad spectrum of roles and settings as both a performer and an educator. As a pianist and vocalist, I have played in various churches, including Sugar Land Baptist Church (Sugar Land, TX), Perry United Methodist Church (Riesel, TX), and First Methodist Church of Waco, serving as a soloist and accompanist. My vocal performance experience spans musical theater, opera, solo recitals, and chorus, showcasing my versatility and passion for different musical genres. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I currently lead my own group and recently released my debut CD New York Stories. In March 2011, I was the guest artist at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Spring Jazz Festival in Houston, TX. I have had the opportunity to perform extensively across the United States and Europe and have performed at many of New York's premier live music venues such as The Blue Note, Birdland, and The Knitting Factory. Read More