Music Lessons in Cortaro, AZ

Instruments: Trumpet

I try to find out what their musical interests are and encourage them to play tunes that they like, or even improvise tunes. Scales, etc. all come in time. Again, I try to inspire by example. I've been told many times that my love of music and the trumpet is contagious. You either catch the (music) disease or you don't! I just try to provide ample opportunity to catch it. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Oboe Music

I'm a multi-instrumentalist who loves making music with other people. Making music is a fundamental human experience, and too many people feel that it is out of reach for them, or that the only way to participate in music-making is to play in a band or orchestra. I fully believe that there are many valid ways of learning and playing music, as well as calling yourself a musician. My journey has not been typical for a musician: after a lifetime of casual music-making, I decided at the age of 43 to go back to school for a degree in Music Education from The University of Arizona. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

I love to see of students open their minds to all the methods of Playing. Keeping fun and practical, but making sure that they can keep learning on their own Without bumping into obstacles on their way to success. Being passionate is the best key element and i love to see that when giving my students lessons,keeps me intrigue. Read More

Instruments: Flute Recorder Piccolo Acoustic Guitar

I am a caring and motivating music teacher and I love using students gifts to help develop their musicianship goals. I graduated from the University of Arizona in December of 2019 with a Bachelor of Music Education. My greatest passion is playing and teaching Irish music because I was given the opportunity to study abroad while in college and fell in love with the music tradition. I have traveled and played flute and Irish Tin Whistle in many countries and I hope to inspire students to reach for what they are passionate about with open arms. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I have a personalized lesson plan that I've created. It starts with basic fundamentals, nomenclature, tuning tips, basic beats ets.. and progresses to more intricate beats time signature variations, fills, rhythms, poly-rhythms and more. Where we begin is based on an initial skill assesment. There's always something to learn, even for the best! Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I'll find the best methods for each student, and I believe that methods can be varied. For example, Suzuki Methods only can bring a beginner to medium level. After few year training with Suzuki, it is hard to make progressions on technique. However, Suzuki Methods can be a good fit for children under 10, because of the fun of study. Read More

Instruments: Clarinet Music

So many methods that I may tend to use. But generally having scale pages, etudes, maybe a ensemble/solo piece may help as well. I feel it is essential to develop skills before playing solo pieces, though slowly working through them is also tolerable. Consistent practice is key, 15 minutes to an hour each day is y general advice. It can be very efficient or it can be maybe only focusing on 3 bars. Read More