Voice Lessons in Milton, TN

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Acoustic Guitar

In addition to the published materials I use with students, I also incorporate: sight reading rhythm reading chord knowledge and technical focus Guitar Students (All Ages) For my guitar students, I use a combination of materials, including books, charts, tab, and online resources to help meet the individual needs of the student. Popular music is often used as a pathway to learning the foundation of guitar performance skills. Voice Voice lessons are based on the goals of the student (children and adults). Read More

Instruments: Voice

The more they love it - the more they want to practice. I truly believe practice is key to any success. The more a student masters their craft, the more they find deeper passion for it. I love watching a student practice something and then finally master it and have that "Aha!" moment! It brings so much joy to me as an instructor to help a student achieve the goals they want to reach. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that proficiency on any instrument begins with understanding how the different parts of the instrument work together to create an optimal sound. All of my students will have an understanding of the system in place that allows them to chase the sound they hear in their heads. Whether you're 8 or 80, you won't find success if you don't know how to operate the machinery! Moreover, I believe that a passion for the instrument fits nicely into the passion that you feel for the music you love, so I try to get an understanding of the genres and groups that my students are currently interested in. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone

For beginning students, I teach the Rubank Method. For intermediate and advanced students, I teach the Frost School Jazz Method. 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 create engaging lesson plans based on my students interests, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons fulfilling and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

From these experiences, I seek to teach piano. Incorporate performance, write a song, play and experience other musical instruments, enjoy the music, find appreciation to the variety of genres that are out there: from country, classical, to even jazz, and rock. I want my students to enjoy the art as we work for specific skills, techniques, and professionalisms. Because the bottom line, is the joy we feel ourselves when we play and the joy we give to others when they hear us perform. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Synthesizer Keyboard

I love watching my students develop a love of playing music. It's so much fun to learn to play and perform. I encourage hard work and preparation for recitals and concerts. I teach students how to teach themselves by use of recording themselves and to learn how to ask themselves questions and observations to make maximum progress. I personalize my lessons to the goals of the students. If a student wants to learn the "Star Wars Theme", then we work on that as well as working through their lesson books. Read More