Piano Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Bass Guitar, Ukulele

By using my own educational experience, as well as drawing from today’s trends in teaching, I am able to cater my lessons to your needs. You’ll develop fundamental skills, in addition to becoming a better musician by improving your sight reading, ear training, and knowledge of theory. I have an extremely thorough understanding of music theory, and am happy to incorporate as much or as little of that as the student's interest dictates, nevertheless maintaining the minimal amount of theory necessary to get the most out of learning music and instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Cello

My teaching experience started in college. I learned cello pedagogy from my cello professor at Drake University and have continued teaching cello since then and after I graduated. I also have extensive orchestra experience. Throughout elementary, middle, and high school I was a member of the South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra cello section. During college I was member of the Drake Symphony Orchestra. Currently, I am on the sub list of the Des Moines Symphony Orchestra and Sioux City Symphony Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

The key for the student to learn an instrument is applying what is learned in the instrument to the songs, styles and sounds the student is interested in. Each student has it's different learning speeds, interested and motivations, so I identify what moves the student to play an instrument and focus on the objectives that the student wants to achieve. I also emphasize the importance of knowing what you are doing, having the knowledge of how music is organized and how your instrument works is important to the development of the student skills, because through musical knowledge the student can explore and discover new sounds and ways of expression through the instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

We use a mixture of rock, blues, and classical music to give you the best musical education possible. With vocal students, it's all about vocal health, proper breathing, and getting you to find your own voice. Instead of trying to make each singer sound the same, I try to help each singer develop their own style, while still using techniques that will keep their voices healthy and strong, even after a lot of singing. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

With beginning piano students, I use the Faber series of lesson, perfomance, theory and technique books. It's a great set that progresses fluidly and keeps students well rounded in their skills. In addition, I encourage students to use flash cards to practice with note names and musical symbols and terms. For percussion students, I would teach basic snare drum and 2-mallet techniques. This may come from basic rudiment lists, school curriculum, or any additional books appropriate for the student's level. Read More