Noah D  
Instruments: Piano, Violin
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, Folk, Gospel, Musical Theater, Opera, Showtunes, Spirituals, Swing, New Age

When I teach, I emphasis consistent practice along with the enjoyment of the music my students are learning. Ages 5 to 10, I focus more on memorization of skills and hand coordination, over an understanding of theory. Ages 10 to 14, we focus on theory and mastery of skills. Ages 14 and up, we will focus on styles the student enjoys playing, songs they wish to learn, as well as performance techniques and memorization of songs. At any point, if a student wishes to perform at a festival, a concert, or for their church, I will help them prepare, and even rearrange a song so that it is at their level of play. I always encourage my students to push themselves and play songs that will teach them new things and push their abilities.

For beginning students, I usually start with Piano Adventures curriculum, starting with just the lesson book. Around level two we will add the theory book and if the student shows an eagerness for more songs, the performance book as well. Around level four I will also add the technique and artistry book. Along the way, if a student requests a certain song or brings their own music book, we will also learn those songs. If a student wishes to learn to play for church, we will include hymns and strategies to play with singers.