Piano Lessons Texas

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

My process for working with new voice students begins with an initial intake form, where I learn about your musical background, goals, and any specific areas youd like to improve. Following this, we schedule a first Discovery Lesson. This initial lesson allows us to get to know each other, assess your current abilities, and establish a baseline. Based on this assessment, I create a personalized lesson plan tailored to your unique needs and aspirations. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar

I have had the privilege of teaching both piano more than 40 years.  I love being able to share my joy of music with students, and I can be counted on to provide a structured yet flexible learning environment. My students will receive a strong musical foundation, one that will allow them to grow into creative musicians. I love to teach creative improvisation, and I use lots of music games and  visual teaching tools, to reinforce weekly practice done at home. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar

I have discovered all beginning guitar methods are essentially the same, so pretty much any of them will work for a beginner. It is how the individual processes the information! Some people are auditory learners, others are by the note visual learners and others are both. I was an auditory learner, but soon realized I needed the note reading to move ahead with my study. Most guitar players start out "playing by ear" while band students all learn the notes first and then if they progress they learn to "improvise". Read More

Instruments: Piano, Oboe, English Horn

I prefer books in the Bastien series and the Faber Faber series, but I have used a variety of courses with students, all with success. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Organ, Synthesizer, Keyboard

Method books I use include:Alfred's,Faber, chord books, and student choices....30 mins child, 45 mins adult in your home......concentrating on method books,chords,fake book style reading,and songs that the students like....and using my 10 years experience to design a program that is geared toward the students needs. It is my goal to get each student to their goal in a timely manner. My experience as a real life musician will help those seeking a career in performance, teaching, and practice methods. Read More