Alexandria L  

4.7

  4.7 (8)

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Flute, Piccolo, Oboe, Music, Acoustic Guitar
Styles: Classical, Pop, Rock, Folk, Country, Gospel, Musical Theater, Showtunes, Spirituals, Marching Band

I began teaching music in high school by leading flute sectionals in the marching band and music theory to my fellow choir members. I focused on performing during my undergraduate studies; then had the opportunity to share my musical talents in a different way when I began my music therapy career. In music therapy, I used music to address musical and non-musical goals. I have taught adaptive lessons for guitar and piano to teenagers through the senior age group. I acquired three adult guitar students last year and helped them achieve their personal goals, such as performing at their sister's wedding.

For beginners, I start off with the basics. For example, naming each string on the guitar, curvature of the fingers, embouchure on the headjoint of a flute, and achieving a crow on an oboe reed. For school age children, I use books or sheet music used in their own practice at school or Youth Orchestras during lessons. For any ability level, I use any materials during lessons that my students want to work on that achieves their goals but also keeps them motivated. For any age, it is important to assess each individual and what they want to accomplish with lessons. Are you wanting to learn for fun? For a college or mid-state audition? I can help you because I have been there!