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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 Drums Synthesizer Accordion Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
I started teaching when I was 18, still in high school. I have been taking lessons for 15 years at that point, and felt the need to share my experiences and knowledge with everyone around me. I found a lesson studio that had students for me to teach and since then I have been teaching private lessons, group classes, drum circles and at the professional college level for 12 years. While teaching, I try toincorporate my professional experiences and relate those to concepts that the student is working on. Read More
Instruments: Piano
My teaching styles varies by student but it always rooted in patience, understanding, and my own love for music. I encourage students to set their own goals and hence be responsible and committed to the progress they wish to achieve. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Mandolin Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My primary student base is ages 4-16. I also have several adult students where I teach advanced vocal performance. I have taught two different hour long group vocal classes twice a week, one for ages 3-6, and the other for 7-10 year olds. On average, I teach around 30 lessons a week, mostly 30/45 minute sessions, and several hour long sessions in addition to my group classes. I specialize in advanced vocal instruction and talent development. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I typical use Alfred's, Piano Adventures or Bastien's Piano Basics for children and I emphasis doing scales/finger exercises. I also encourage ear training. For Intermediate students, I use Bach, Burmuller, and Sonatas. Though I would love to follow books to make sure no fundamental skills/knowledge will be missed, from time to time, I would love to keep students motivated by letting them to pick a song they want to learn (no matter their levels are) and we will be working on that song. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Bass Guitar
My teaching style is fairly easy going. I don't force unrealistic expectations on students because everyone is learning music for a different reason. I like to figure out what their reason is and progress accordingly. If it's a young student looking to continue music throughout their school career, I will make sure they learn how to read sufficiently and I will make sure they know how to play with peers by performing with the student as an accompanist. Read More
Instruments: Piano Keyboard
My primary goal is to individually assess and direct students toward their most meaningful goals, whether that is professional level performance and composition, prepping for auditions, or just enjoying beginning on the instrument. I often have students work through my Commercial Piano Workbooks, or use jazz worksheets that I have created. My workbooks come with access to free video tutorials and dozens of play-along tracks, which makes for fun, challenging, and highly effective learning. Read More
Instruments: Piano
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with my own theory/ method system and then move on to the existing method books. 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. 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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