Piano Lessons in West End, GA

Instruments: Piano

I am very good with various personalities of students with various learning modalities. I don't use the same method to teach all students, because everyone of them is unique. However, every student I have had is with good rapport with me, because I respect all of them, no matter how young they are. I don't see myself as their teachers but rather a friend who helps them with what they are learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute

I have been in piano teaching since 1985 when I was in college. Teaching piano brings me joy and happiness. Especially when I see my students are making progress in piano learning. Playing piano is a pleasure to them. It makes me very happy. Later in my life, I begin in composing and recording. I have completed over 30 piano songs and 4 two piano duets songs. And over 30 years of teaching experience, I know the technic and skill is very important in piano learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My style of teaching revolves around a solid foundation in technique and proper ways to practice. This is the hardest part about having music lessons, because its all about muscle memory. I advise learning the basics before jumping straight into learning pieces. It's very important to play the right way, and more importantly, practice the right way. Another thing that I teach is that failure is not bad in itself, but its only part of the process that lets a student know what to work on. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I am an innovator of fine arts and education who is serious about the enrichment of everyone's life through music. I am a graduate from Alabama State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Performance. I recieved my Master of Arts & Sciences degree in Instructional Design & Technology from Full Sail University. As a member of various performance ensembles throught the southeast, my involvement has provided guidance in my development of ideas on instruction and performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

Vocal Technique : How the voice works, vocal maintenance, vocalizing, vocal stamina, speech level singing,   Musicianship:  Music history, theory-chords, scales, harmony , etc   Style & Interpretation : Building Repertoire, Studying other vocalist, Song Construction, Basic Arranging.   Performance Techniques: Facial & Body Expressions, Audition Tips, Microphone Technique, Stage Freight, Preparing for a live show. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

With young beginner students, I start with either the Essential Elements books for wind instruments or the Faber method for piano. After basic musical skills have been developed I'll move on to more interesting solo pieces based on the interests and needs of the students. With adults, I tend to talk to them a little more specifically about what their musical goals and influences are and help them to achieve them in their playing. Read More