Piano Lessons in Tortilla Flat, AZ

Instruments: Piano

It gave me a different experience on how to teach professionally in music major and be personalized in teaching different people. Encouraging my students with regular practice on their repertoire and inspire them to be creative during practice is my idea to emphasize for intermediate students and youngers, it tends to help them explore more in music and gain their passion for the instrument. Music is not only a subject, but it is also a universal language for people to be together. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

B.A in Music from George Mason University Masters of Music Education from Portland State University Over 15 years of private lesson experience with instrumentation ranging from electric guitar to flute. 3 years of experience as a middle school and high school band director. Currently the high school band director at Westview High School Extensive experience with audio engineering and recording production. Played in numerous groups ranging from jazz to pop to blues. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music

I use several methods; Royal Conservatory of Music, Alfred, Bastien and Faber to name a few. These publishers provide lesson books, theory, and pieces. The selection of books will vary because there is no "one size fits all" solution. I introduce fundamentals, then solo pieces in various styles. Often same concepts are used in different types of music. So for example, musical structure within a piece can be shown in classical and even popular music! Read More

Instruments: Piano

I am the Resident Music Director at Arizona Broadway Theatre, functioning as the primary rehearsal pianist and conductor for the company. In my career I have been fortunate to work as Pianist and Music Director for the Norwegian, Celebrity and Princess Cruise Lines which has taken me around the world where I have accompanied performers from Broadway to the West End. As an educator and collaborative artist, I commit to providing excellence, flexibility, and positivity in order to create healthy environments where all can learn and perform to the best of their ability! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I absolutely love watching a student who has tried to understand a concept suddenly light up, smile, and say, "Oh, now I get it!" I believe that a teacher should try a variety of ways to help a student understand and "own" their musical knowledge. I set high standards for my students, starting where they are and encourgaing them to go beyond what they think is their personal best. I have students write goal and wish lists down throughout the year, setting small, reachable goals and then larger goals that may take longer to reach. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

My approach to teaching is gentle and warm while maintaining high standards of excellence for both my instruction as well as my expectations of my students. When we both strive to do our best work each lesson, we have fun and learn new things which leads to more interest and pride on the student's part. There is nothing more exciting in teaching than seeing students progress and be proud of what they have done. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

If I can get a student to feel excited and motivated from what theyre learning, I consider the lesson to be a success. I am passionate about helping students feel confident in what theyre learning. My goal is to find the right balance of work and enjoyment in their studies. I love to give students challenging work but I also love to encourage them by celebrating their triumphs along the way. Read More