Music Lessons in Cortaro, AZ

Instruments: Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo Music

Coming from a family of musicians, I know how good music is for the soul. I have studied music since I was 6 years old and having two music professors as my parents, music has always been present in my life. I did my undergraduate studies in Brazil at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) and after graduating, served as visiting assistant professor there, acting as sabbatical replacement for Professor José de Oliveira. Read More

Instruments: Voice

my method of teaching voice is based on centuries-old bel canto School.singing bel canto meaning beautiful song or beautiful voice,, it should be effortless and we will find the effortless spots in your voice. we will continue on to repertoire . Usually the songs that are most suited for your voice are material that resonate with you emotionally. if you are a beginner, we will start with simple vocal exercises to warm up the vocal cords,and eventually move on to develope repertoire. if you are not a beginner and you've had vocal training in the past we will work your voice to the sweetest parts, and work in material that makes you a voice sore! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

I accomodate to anyones learning habits. For young kids i find what songs tey love most and provide teaching through those songs, its incredible how fast they learn that way. Usually use books like essential elements or begginers guide. For adults i focus more on explaining the process of each thing and the whys that come with playing,making sure they open their minds to all the methods of Playing. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

Patience is the key. It is the fundamental requirement of a string teacher. I believe I am the most patient teacher you can find in Arizona. I taught 1 student with ADD, and I developed his talent on music. After 2 years training with me, his concentration had been improved significantly, and he played 2 recitals successfully. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I started teaching in my last year of undergraduate study. By sharing my idea of what I learned from my teacher to my student, I found myself become a better musician and teacher. I encourage my student to listening to different genre of saxophone playing, going to concerts and recitals, because the more the student engaging to the music world, the more they eager to learn. As soon as they start to learn an instrument, it is important to make plans and goals for their future study. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I praise effort and a good attitude! I know that learning music is like learning a new language along with hand-eye-ear coordination. Positive reinforcement and clear guidance is a must. I also encourage parent and family involvement with lessons so a student feels the support and environment necessary for long term interest. I teach each student with individual attention and realistic goal setting fit for the student and parents interests. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I have been consistently giving private lessons since 2009 while I was in college, The Peabody Conservatory. I have completed my student teaching as a string specialist at Elkridge Landing Middle School and Elkridge Elementary School in Maryland. It has been a wonderful experience, allowing me to become skilled teaching music in public school setting. After my student teaching, I taught at Glenwood Middle School and Tridelphia Ridge Elementary School as a string orchestra director. Read More