Piano Lessons Tennessee

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

For adults, I use a heavy emphasis on training the ear and understanding music in "the bigger picture". It's critical to not just see a bunch of notes or chords, but to be able to analyze why those notes/chords fall where they do and what relation they have to each other, and to the song as a whole. The next step is to use that knowledge and apply it to improvisation and composition. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute

I began teaching over 5 years ago during my time in college. Teaching flute comes naturally to me, and I always find myself looking forward to lessons with my students. I have taught high school and middle school students of all ages, and even adults who were looking to pick up the flute after retirement. I love when my students come back each week showing improvement and asking questions about particular things they notice in their playing. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Music

I am a passionate music educator who loves working with instrumental students of all ages. In 2015, I graduated from Carson-Newman University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Instrumental and Vocal Music Education. During my time there, I participated in many ensembles and was awarded with several honors for my saxophone performance abilities. During this time, I also studied the oboe as my secondary instrument. In 2018, I graduated from Kent State University with a Masters of Music degree in Music Education where I emphasized in instrumental and general music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Bassoon, Music

“Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent” ― Victor Hugo Teaching Music is a great passion of mine, musical gifts are meant to be shared and expanded. Music expresses that which can not be said and develops your creativity, thinking skills, and ability to focus and create something fun and beautiful. Having private lessons should give you a sense you have a coach and someone who is on your team to expand your musical horizons as an individual or part of a family and community. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Ukulele

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing students develop a passion for music. Therefore, its important that each student progress at their own pace. To do this, we will set realistic goals for the student at each lesson. Having a goal in which you practice toward every week can help encourage students to get better gradually and can break it down piece by piece. You dont become a virtuoso overnight! It often takes years of practice. Read More