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Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice
I have been teaching private lesson on and off since I was in college. I have taken the last few years off to complete my graduate education and begin my formal teaching career. I believe that encouraging my students to find fun in practice by choosing music that keeps the students interested. This means taking music from both the classical and popular repertoires. Read More
Instruments: Voice
I usually find it is in the best interest of myself and my student to begin with familiar repertoire and then to expand as we become comfortable and adventurous. A lesson might include any of the following: Warm-ups/breath work/agility Vocal improvisation via line, phrasing, syllables, dynamics etc. Ear-training/sight-reading using common modes/scales/chord progressions/solfege/interval recognition Basic piano grips for practice accompaniment Performance etiquette education: calling tunes, counting off, knowing a form etc. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice French Horn Music
Music lessons should be a playground for exploration! It is my job to meet students where they are and invite them to rise to new heights in their performance. Lessons are a series of small steps. The journey of learning music is a marathon, not a sprint. I work to gauge where students are coming from, attempting to engage the experience from all the different dimensions of their lives in order to create a pace that is meaningful and effective for each student. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard
I enjoy being outdoors and hiking, biking, canoeing and camping. I do have a cat, so if you are severely allergic, this is important for you to know. (I used to be allergic myself till I switched to a mainly vegan diet, so I know how sick you can get even if the cat is not in the room at the time.) I have lived in Olympia since July. My spouse works at the State Capitol and my two sons live in Enumclaw and Auburn. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Clarinet
Libby has a variety of styles, and methods appropriate for, or that the student will like according to his/her interests. I tell students about various brands and styles of the instrument, and products.. I use music books that the students can buy at the music store. Then I find other music at the student's level that will help them progress to a new level, or stay at the same level if they so desire. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Electric Guitar
I work on a case-to-case basis, having in mind the student's musical preferences, guiding them through the genre they want to play (even though of course, the basic music theory knowledge is the same for all of them), there will be students that just want to learn the basics of how to play simple songs, and there will be some that want a more integral guidance of the musical discipline. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice Trumpet Harmonica Ukulele Recorder Acoustic Guitar
When working with younger children, I use the Children's progressive method for guitar and for the older students I use the Hal Leonard guitar method books 1, 2 and 3. As my students progress, I supplement the lesson with songs that my students enjoy and want to learn. I also focus on ear training to help students musically hear what they are playing. Whether it's voice, guitar, ukulele, trumpet or recorder, hearing the music inside and being able to internalize the music is very important to becoming a well rounded musician. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
If you set a daily goal of practicing 5 minutes per day, you’re more likely to practice more frequently and longer than you would if you set a goal to practice 30 minutes on 3 days of the week. For the more intermediate and advanced students, I find it very helpful to start your practice using Hanon exercises. This helps build muscle memory and will warm your hands up for any piece of music. For the singers in the house, I recommend learning the chords for the song, playing it with the audio file and then slowly adding in the vocals. Don't forget to warm up before singing! You wouldn't go run a marathon without stretching your muscles right? ;)
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
I typically recommend to wait until the child is 7 years old, but I have taught students around the age 5-6 depending on their readiness. If the child is aware of which hand is right and left and if the child is able to sit still and take direction for at least 15 minutes then I may recommend that it's okay to start. It's also important that the child is able to comprehend enough to be able to practice some of the basics. I know lessons are an additional expense so it's important to me that parents are getting the most from every lesson.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Mrs Brower was my second piano teacher at the age of 9. The first time I saw her play, I felt a rush of excitement and empowerment run through my body. I just knew I had to play the piano just like her! She taught me a lot of Jim Brickman pieces which I still love to play to this very day. I was also motivated by the random prize basket I could rummage through on the days when she knew I practiced ;) She asked me the tough questions, called me out when she knew I didn't touch a piano that week but she was so supportive and caring.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
A normal practice session would start off with reviewing last week's homework and celebrating some wins. We would then do some warm-ups, followed by technique and then get right into repertoire. I think it's important to set some realistic goals at the end of each practice session. We'll set goals for the week, goals for the quarter and goals for the year. Practice is so important because you cannot improve your piano skills without practice; it just doesn't happen. Creating flashcards with your basic chords or singing in the shower are all ways that you can improve your skills especially when you're having a busy week.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Honestly, I would probably be working at a dog rescue mission. I have two dogs, Bailey and Baxter and they are the most precious babies! I think Dogs were put on this earth to teach us more about unconditional love, forgiveness, caring and patience. I wouldn't mind spending my days saving the pups from bad situations or from homelessness. Our Baxter was left on the streets of Arizona with no where to go and nothing to eat. It took him a while to warm up to us but now he is the happiest little bub and we are forever grateful for him.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I love playing soul and blues music; similar to Norah Jones or Adele. I love a good meaningful and emotional song, especially when I can connect to it. Singing and playing the keys is more than just the notes, it's about how to sing those notes and how you touch the keys. There is a finesse to it and when you focus on finding that, you will become a better artist over night. When I hear soul music that connects to my heart or my life experiences, I almost instantly get a heart tug and I feel everything that person felt when he/she was writing it.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided pretty early on that this was my purpose in my life. In grade school I would always sing Disney songs for show-and-tell and at home I would always pretend to be the teacher of the class with my sisters and friends. I've always had a part in performing at an early age, whether that was in church or in a singing trio I was in at the age of 15. We performed throughout the Filipino community with festivals, private parties and other cultural fairs. When I graduated high school, I felt pressured to get a 'real' degree in business so I finished my Bachelors and Masters in Business but didn't feel satisfied. I always kept music with me and I knew that I had to trust my inner spirit that kept telling me that this was what I was supposed to be doing all along. I don't regret my education as I've developed my skill set tremendously, but I'm happy I never left music behind.
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