Piano Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Voice

I started taking piano lessons at age 7. I studied music and French at UNI, taking piano and harpsichord lessons, and studying French in France one summer. After graduating from UNI,with a degree in music, I started teaching in Exira, Ia, and taught there 8 years. When I was chosen for a graduate assistant ship in music theory and group piano, I went back to UNI to get my Masters degree, and took organ lessons there. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Organ, Accordion, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student develop a passion for music! It's important that each student progresses at their own pace. I encourage and push my students to learn, but also have an important balance between push from me, and drive from themselves. Students learn better when half of the push is from themselves rather than 100% from the teacher. I set realistic goals for my students, but also have them set their own goals so we can compare and come up with a plan together that works for both of us. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute

For beginners on the piano, I use Alfred's Basic Piano Books. Once a student has mastered the fundamentals, I like to encourage them to find a solo piece that they would like to learn. It could be classical, it could be contemporary, but I always would like them to choose a piece they are excited to learn how to play. For my flute students I like to use essential elements for beginners. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I've had the opportunity to tour in the Midwest and the west coast with a rock/pop group playing keyboard, guitar and trumpet. It is always my goal to help students develop their own sound, as well as guide them to a place of proficiency no matter their end-goal. Music improves our lives and gives us a foundation, a way to communicate and structure. My past students know as a teacher I can be understanding, creative and engaging. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Keyboard

Speaking as a person who always likes a challenge, I am ready to challenge my students to do their absolute best! My teaching style is very self paces, but challenging. I love to challenge my students to see how much they improve, and watching them grow is so amazing. I don't like students knocking themselves down with negative comments or thinking, so I'm always right there with them, helping them along the way. Read More