Music Lessons in Alvarado, TX

Instruments: Flute

I began teaching private flute lessons in 1988. I continued my flute studio and became a band director in 2000, and taught band in North and South Carolina until 2014. I now reside in Keller, Texas and have opened my flute studio to online students and the Keller/Fort Worth area. I am excited about teaching online because that allows me to reach students that I would never meet otherwise. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I train students in performance, improvisation and composition, and use multiple forms of disciplinary actions to correct students behavior. Each student's progress is my progress. I love to work with students of all ages. I am serious, disciplined, and structured. However, I am also exceptionally friendly, helpful, polite and patient. I am fluent in English, Russia, Azeri, and Turkish. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I believe in incorporating positive reinforcement in my lessons. I set realistic goals and develop lesson plans. I encourage my students to progress at their set pace. I tailor my teaching methods to my student's needs in order to have the most productive lessons. I strive to make each lesson with my student a great learning experience. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Mock auditions and constructive feedback are integral parts of this process. Creativity and Songwriting: I encourage students to be creative by composing their own songs or arranging existing pieces. This not only enhances their musicality but also fosters a deeper connection to their voice and artistic expression. Technology Integration: I use recording technology and audiovisual aids to help students analyze their performances objectively. This allows for more precise feedback and self-assessment, aiding in continuous improvement. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Recorder French Horn

When conditions are given, I use to propose groupal activities when students can share, learn and make music together, that le them to develop harmonic skills and know-how to work independently inside a group or ensemble. Always the final goal will be enjoy making music on classes and in public presentations. To know that live music is a phenomenal activity to connect people integrally is one of the best lifestyle. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I don't use any one method book. Instead I opt to pull from a variety of sources depending on the students age, background, and skill level. In terms of repertoire, I focus almost exclusively on classical music. While I am a fan of other genres, I also firmly believe that building a solid, classically-based technical foundation is the only way to really become proficient on any instrument. A student simply is not going to develop by just playing his or her favorite pop songs. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Euphonium French Horn

I strive to have a positive and friendly relationship with students. Respect of eachother is also important. I teach each student uniquely and do not stick to a "cookie cutter" approach. Everyone has unique physiology and strengths and weaknesses, so each person should be taught according to their specific characteristics. I also try to explain playing processes and ideas clearly to ensure comprehension. I often use analogies, comparisons, and visuals to make teaching concepts more clear. Read More