Music Lessons Iowa

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

I like to start out with new students by asking about them and what they want to learn and if they have any prior experience. I then like to make a custom lesson plan and practice schedule for my students, as well as book recommendations to work from. I use MIDI input keyboard and drumset for virtual students and then my studio for in person students. I prefer google meet but I can also do Zoom or FaceTime. Read More

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

The most important parts of learning any instrument is reading music and posture/hand positions. On piano I typically use Faber's Piano Adventure series. I've found that this series teaches the fundamentals in a fun and easy way. On brass and woodwind instruments I would start a beginner with the Standard of Excellence series and supplement with the Rubank method books. With ukulele I like to start with Hal Leonard method books and then shift to Johnson's Ukulele Aerobics. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Clarinet, Music

I have been tutoring since I was 12. I started out giving chess lessons to elementary students, then started teaching clarinet in 2019. I officially opened my first studio in 2023 and also teach at a local music school in North Liberty. I grew up in Iowa City and participated in band, orchestra, and choir at the elementary, junior high, and high school levels. My goal is to continue to encourage students to be involved in music and help each student achieve their specific goals through individualized lesson plans. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Music

I believe in a flexible manner of instruction, responsive to the unique atmosphere of a given class. In conducting either a large recital or studio class, I am aware of students different experiences and temperaments in hopes of developing their strengths while ameliorating their weaknesses. Every student, regardless of background, can improve his or her ability to listen to and understand a piece of music. students are equipped to explore the possibilities of each perspective and emboldened to push beyond their own experience to expand their skills. Read More

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

I am a passionate teacher who loves sharing the art of music. I started music when I toke guitar classes at 13 years old, a couple of years later I took a Jazz Seminary and translated classes English-Spanish with Berklee College of Music teachers. I started listening to Jazz but have played different styles from Rock to Salsa, Pop, Cumbia and Jazz. Gave guitar classes on my last two years of high school and went to Berklee College of Music for a masters in Jazz Composition. Read More