Piano Lessons Mississippi

Instruments: Piano

My favorite college piano teacher graduated from Juilliard. Both my grade school piano teacher and my undergraduate piano professor graduated from Columbia University Teachers College. Because of my teachers' inspiration and encouragement, I came to New York City too. They believed in me and thought I had what it took to make it in New York. Once I arrived in New York I began to follow in their footsteps. I discovered that it was because of Dr. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Music, Keyboard

I began teaching privately in college. I also was a teacher assistant to a music teacher at a local elementary school during my undergraduate years. Now as a professional educator, I teach middle school choir, private piano/violin lessons, play for my church, and, at times, direct my church choir as well. I love to encourage the art and discipline of practice and passion. I love to encourage students with recitals, awards, and celebrating each of their accomplishments on their journey of music education. Read More

Instruments: Piano

A Memphis native, Stephen L. studied with legendary Jazz pianist Donald Brown at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville before heading to New York City to finish his studies and further hone his skills in some of the most well-known jazz venues in the world. He rounded out his studies with a Bachelors degree in Jazz Performance from City College in New York City and a Masters degree in Education from Freed Hardeman University. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I believe a students personality plays a big role in how they are motivated to learn and practice. Therefore, I really try to get to know my students so that I can better instruct them and help them attain their goals. I believe in positive reinforcement and try to inspire my students to "try again" when they do make mistakes and encourage them on their progress. My goal is to help my students find the joy in music, not frustration and stress. Read More