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Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. I also teach advanced jazz students for style and improvisation to prepare them for performance Read More
Instruments: Piano, Flute, Clarinet
For flute, clarinet, and saxophone I generally start with the methods that they use in band, for example Yamaha method and I decide after the first few lessons what they need help with and assign more music from there. I also talk to the students about what kinds of music they like to play and try to find music that has cd accompaniment making it fun to play at home and also developing their listening skills. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, English Horn
The biggest accomplishment to me is helping students of all ages fall in love with music just like I did as a child. Students do not need to perform infront of others if they truly wish not to, as long as they enjoy what they are doing. It is important that a student continues to progress during their time with me, however this will be at their own pace. Finding out what goals each student has and what inspires them in order to tailor my instruction to each student is critical to the students development in music. Read More
Instruments: Piano, Flute
I started teaching private piano lessons back in 2002. Although, I have been teaching in some form since I was 15 years old. When I graduated from high school I started teaching music in a preschool. I found this to be so much fun. I taught young students rhythm using different instruments. I still today focus on the different rhythm patterns in music when learning a new song. I want my students to enjoy every song they learn so they will excel in their learning. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Piccolo, Oboe
I am comfortable working with students of all ages and ability levels, from beginners to accomplished players. I do not change my method of teaching, utilizing the Hal Leonards Essential Elements, Suzuki and Dalcroze methods. These varied styles allow for proper instruction from the inital sessions through the point of quality performance. Read More
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