Piano Lessons Mississippi

Instruments: Piano

If they are a complete beginner and just want to learn to read and have an understanding of music, I will begin them with Faber's Adult Piano Adventures level 1 and go from there. As students progress into the advanced level, I use less method books and mainly focus on repertoire. I teach all scales, arpeggios, and chord progressions to all students for I believe it is important to know this no matter what style of music you are learning! 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, Violin, Music, Keyboard

I have a very classical approach to teaching. This means that I focus on mastery learning. I don't move a student to the next level without first seeing mastery of the skill being taught. I believe it is important that each student progress at their own pace, but I also believe in pushing towards difficult, but realistic goals. I make an effort to acknowledge their accomplishments and fostering an eagerness to learn even on the days were learning is hard. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Recreational music making is alive and well. I remember coming across my first teaching experience where students wanted to abandon the printed page and just sit down and play from their hearts. For them, it was all about learning to play by chords and by ear. This approach changed my initial teaching style dramatically. I found myself with a roster of 80 students who mostly wanted to play for fun--hymns, gospel tunes, folk songs, patriotic songs, holiday music and happy birthday. Read More