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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Longmont . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Voice Trombone
I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music! I graduated from Ole Miss in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with minors in both Music and English and I graduated again in 2012 with a Master of Arts degree in Teaching English as a Second Language with a subfield in Music. I've played trombone since 1998 and have performed professionally since 2002 across the entire spectrum of genres and venues. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Organ Lap Steel Guitar Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My students have gone from 5 year old beginners to very accomplished piano and guitar players. The student gets to pick the first two songs of the lesson, and I pick the next 2. That way, they get a lot of choice for the lessons. With the pandemic, the students have been very consistent with not missions lessons, which is pushing their progress as well. I, glad that I can provide a much needed outlet for them right now with things being a little different. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I adapt my methods to each student accordingly. Every person is unique and has a different taste in music. However I am strict in making sure that all my students understand the fundamentals of music. Ear Training, music theory, ability to read notation and tabs, understanding chords and voicing, how to count rhythms. I have a set list of songs I teach most of my students, as they help to develop technique and are usually well received by most students. Read More
Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Accordion Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
My approach to teaching is tokeep students interested, lessons fun, all while growing their experience andproficiencyattheirinstrument. Positive feedback is very important and is something I do in every lesson. Constantly communicating with them on how they are feeling, stayingupdatedon their goals andaspirationsas well as letting them know what my expectations are from them, help create a positivelearningenvironment. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student understand a concept and express the feeling of wanting to learn more! Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin
I began teaching lessons as early as high school. It started out as a way to mentor younger students in my school district and get them ready for auditions for orchestras in high school. I then began to take other students and continued to do so throughout my undergrad. I have had students ranging from age 3 to age 15 before, but youre never too old to start learning music! A students experience with a teacher can make or break their interest in music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Viola
I began teaching music while in college after a peer approached me looking for voice lessons in order to improve her ear training skills. I immediately enjoyed facilitating and witnessing the progress of my student and decided to take on additional students. When I moved to Colorado, I was making music more and more and missed teaching. That's when I was given the opportunity to teach a 2-month course in music production to students with very limited music experience. Read More
Instruments: Piano Keyboard
I have studied at Berklee, New England Conservatory, and UT Austin, and performed at the highest levels of the industry, including making Hip Hop tracks for Warner Brothers in my 20s, touring with funk/rock, latin, and jazz acts around the world, playing in top wedding bands and directing music at churches. I teach using Zoom, with an overhead cam and face cam, and record all lessons for accessing after the lessons as well. Read More
Instruments: Piano
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I think her name was Mrs Coombs. I guess I liked her since I continued. She was very nice and encouraging. It is a challenge to remember as I am a couple of months from 75. I have studied with graduates of Juilliard, Manhattan School of Music, Moscow Conservatory, and Peabody-all inspirational.
When will I start to see results?
Results are dependent on the amount of time and effort the student has given. Students who practice very soon after their lesson and continue to practice before they forget everything presented at the lesson will advance at a rapid rate. Parent participation is very important. Parents unfamiliar with music should attend the student’s lessons or read the theory or method book. Unsuccessful students often do not have parents’ participation in learning.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Totally depends on the child. With the right teacher, a child could be ready to do fun games and rhythm exercises as young as 4; however, children who can read and understand math and listen will be able to learn much more quickly, usually around 7-8. The ability to pay attention for the length of the lesson is critical to learning.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
No matter how slowly you have to go, play accurately every time. Before you begin to play, look at the important details-time signature, key signature, tempo, title of the piece. Clear your mind and focus on what you are playing-work on keeping distractions to a minimum. If you do all of the above, you will have a great practice session. If things are not going well, stop and take a break. It is much more rewarding to play carefully and focused than to play sloppily while thinking about something else! Do it right the first time and you will feel good!
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
The piano was in the living room, and my grandmother played it. I had a violin, but I was not good at it. Now I am learning how to play the violin, viola and cello.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Played the Beethoven Triple Piano Concerto with an orchestra. I have played at assisted living facilities with a flutist for 14 years and with a trio for 12 years.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
One of my students was Miss Colorado in the Miss America pageant. Her talent was musical theater. Her background in piano helped her achieve her goals to understand the music.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Speed can be a challenge now that my hands are older and a little stiff!.
Warming up and warm water work best for me. Seeing the notes can be difficult if the light isn’t good.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I choose method books and supplemental music that I think will work well for the student, depending on his or her interest and ability. I am strong on basics and also like to introduce biographies of composers.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
1-2 hours per day focusing on music to play with the trio and the flutist. Always enjoy working on new pieces. There is so much music to play!
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have a BA in English (1970), but I have studied with some very talented musicians. I also took a class in Piano Performance at Metropolitan State College.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
I don’t have a dream piece, but if I could play a piano concerto by Mozart, that would be great. At the moment, my husband and I have 7 horses, lots of dogs and 6 kids, so I would need more time to practice.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I enjoy teaching when the students are respectful. I was accepted to Law School and had a plan to do the writing part of contracts, depositions and other legal paperwork.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Classical because it is the most beautiful overall, including Baroque and Romantic. I am not a fan of Impressionist, Modern or Contemporary, but I like Shostakovich a lot.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
Love the sounds of violin, viola and cello. Would love to play in an orchestra, even an orchestra for old geezers, maybe next year if I work hard.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My grandmother played piano and a small organ, but my grandfather, a fussy judge, was too critical for her to play except when he wasn’t around. My grandfather played the trumpet, back in the day.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
There was not really one moment. There were years I didn’t have a piano (not too many). After college I was a flight attendant, then worked for a stock broker and then decided I would enjoy teaching piano. I taught in my home for 30 years sharing the music with the students, having at one time 50 students, that equaled two recitals back to back. Then the Pandemic came along and things changed! The trio and playing with the flutist are voluntary, we just live the music and playing it together.
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