Music Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Music

I use a variety of books, tailored to the student based on my initial viewing of their abilities and what they are interested in learning. I also create my own lesson plans using exercises and music I have written myself. No two lesson plans will be the same as everyone learns differently and has different strengths and weaknesses. I also strive to make lessons continuously fun and interesting. I try to encourage creativity in music in both performing and writing your own drum parts to music that you enjoy. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Music

I believe that anyone can learn music! I understand that students learn at different paces and I accommodate for everyone. When I see a student have their "ah-ha!" moment it makes me feel that the student is really enjoying and understanding music and that is the most rewarding thing for me with teaching. Even though I accommodate, I still like to push students just a little past their comfort zone, because I believe a little challenge helps the student to move in the right direction and to also show them that they do have the skills to improve! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music, Keyboard

I have been teaching piano for almost 20 years now in styles from classical to new age to pop and rock. I am currently teaching private lessons through the Guitar Center Lesson's programs both in their studios and online. In addition to teaching private piano lessons, I currently am teaching music courses at both San Diego Mesa College and Palomar Community College. Along with beginning and intermediate piano courses, I teach a wide variety of music classes including Music Appreciation, Music Fundamentals, Music History, and Music Theory. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, French Horn, Tuba, Music, Keyboard

My teaching experience began in middle school, I would help my friends learn how to play music so we could perform in school talent shows. During high school and college I began teaching more professionally in a studio setting. Whether it was piano, french horn, or the ukulele, I was able to find a way to connect with my students. This ability to connect with my students has really helped me when I taught middle school band. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Clarinet, Music

I am willing to teach out of any books my students bring to me! However, I usually start wind students with the Standard of Excellence books, since that is what local elementary schools use. Younger piano students start in the "My First Piano" series of books, then graduate to the Piano Adventures series of books. This set includes lesson books, performance books, and theory books, and can take students from a young beginner level to junior high/high school advanced playing. Read More