Music Lessons in Barnum, CO

Instruments: Piano Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I take the time to dialogue with my students allowing them describe their vision and their desired goal. I then tailor a curriculum that best fits the student's learning style at an appropriate skill level geared toward achieving that goal successfully. Each one is encouraged to go at their own pace. Accomplishments are acknowledged and celebrated. For school age children, I've designed a colorful weekly practice assignment as guide for their practice times as an expression to show how much they accomplished in their studies. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Everyone has heard horror stories of music lessons that they were forced to take with teachers who forced students to play music they were not interested in. I whole heartily believe that this is the fastest way to severe a student's relationship with creating music. The musical education process should be one that the student enjoys and wants to nurture to become the best musician they can! Depending on the level of the student and the instrument, I begin with fundamentals such as scales and note names, to foster a better musical understanding, while simultaneously including music that the student can enjoy that ties in with the fundamentals we are currently working on. Read More

Instruments: Violin

I have been fortunate to have experienced a long and multifaceted journey in music: from performing to conducting and orchestra, from teaching to defending my PhD, from creating a music department to managing it. Nothing gives me greater joy than seeing the improvement in the skills and ability to enjoy music in students of all levels. My varied music and career experience gave me the experience and wisdom to guide my students to better themselves, be it musically, professionally or personally. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I’m a passionate teacher who is motivated to help my students achieve their own personal goals. If anything, I hope to share and pass on my love of music to my students. I graduated from CCM in 2013 and McGill in 2019 with degrees in cello performance from both schools. Last year, I moved to Colorado to play with the Altius Quartet and am excited to start growing my private studio! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass

While I encourage regular practice, I understand that music lessons are not the only thing going on in the students life. The last thing I want to do is create an enviorment in the lesson based soley on home practice. I want these lessons to be fun and engaging, and as such we will learn practice techniques to keep it that way. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I think it's very important to write out your musical goals for each piece you work on. Setting simple, obtainable goals for each week is the key to real progression in the instrument. Learning the guitar is a process that takes time, but that time is absolutely worth it. The key to progress is simple: PRACTICE! Showing up to a lesson once a week will not get you where you want to be in terms of progressing on the instrument. Read More