Music Lessons in Clovis, CA

Instruments: Violin

Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule proves to benefit my younger and older students alike. Being consistent with practicing helps my students to progress and gain a passion for the instrument they are playing. As I started to achieve my music teaching goals I also discovered that a combination of classical music and modern music can go a long way in helping students to enjoy their instrument and motivates them to practice and achieve excellence. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

When I was first teaching, I had to learn to slow down the pace, as most students didn't learn as fast as I did growing up. I try to encourage their inner talent and get interested in the music they like, but I also want to advance them into something that will challenge them. Music teaching is more than what a student wants to learn, but it's there to challenge a student in what can be learned. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I have recently agian started teaching in the fall of 2014 after being on a medical hiatus. I have grown in helping my students develop a strong sense of technique, rhythm and develop a strong classical backgound while also continuing to help students develop a sense of who they are throughout thier music. I desire students to have a strong foundation in technique but also make sure that they pursue a genre that they love and are passionate about. Read More

Instruments: Cello

For all my students I want to get to know their interests and goals as a musician. I always start with technique and scales with 2 pieces. I always suggest using a metronome and tuner and listening to recordings of the pieces. Physical positioning with the cello is also very important incorrect instruction on posture can lead to injury’s, discomfort and intonation problems. I want to educate my student and give correct information and teach them in the best way possible. Read More

Instruments: Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I start my first lessons by having students play their favorite song. I do this only for students who have played the trombone before. I use this to see what level they are at. For beginners I with the fundamentals and get them playing right away. I have a variety of etudes, exercises, solo pieces and techniques. I teach my students how to perform and to be a professional. I also encourage to students to practice at least 1 hour a day. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I typically start with making sure a student knows his instrument first. What it is, all the diffedrent parts and how they work. I will usually start by asking what the student wants to learn and get out of lessons. Since not all students are the same it is really up to them. I teach the bare bone basics, since that is the foundation. I usually start with having a student become familiar with the basics of notes, what makes them sound they way they do, and haw to make the best use of them. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar

As I mentioned with my methods, people pick up the guitar and want to start playing right away and I don't see anything wrong with that! I believe anybody can learn to play their favorite songs as long as they put in the practice and have a little patience. It might not be realistic to play a song day 1, but some people really do catch on quickly! We will set individual goals student to student and go from there! Read More