Music Lessons in Hufsmith, TX

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I wont be asking a student to, all of the sudden, begin some vigorous practice routine of 20 hours a week. But I will be working with them to establish a routine that will work in their favor as a musician. I like to let students come to their own conclusions about things I like to just show a student the way. Instead of just telling the student an answer, when they come to the conclusion by themselves, with my help, the information is better remembered and engrained into a student. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I teach beginner to beginning intermediate drum students. The student will learn some of the most popular rock beats and rhythms and practical sticking techniques in the course. They will develop the "weak" hand and foot, limb independence coordination, and rudimentary skills. I teach a student to be completely independent on the kit by teaching them how to set-up and tune themselves. The first lesson will cover basic notation, as it applies to the drum kit, as well as a satisfactory play of a simple groove utilizing quarters and eighth notes. Read More

Instruments: Voice

In my private vocal studio, I am proud to have had a current student awarded a position in the prestigious Merola Opera Program at the San Francisco Opera and to have performed the lead in the premiere of Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer’s new opera If I Were You. Another student celebrates a return as a leading tenor to the ensemble at Oper Frankfurt and return international engagements at the Metropolitan Opera, the San Francisco Opera, and others. Read More

Instruments: Piano

With the younger beginners (elementary school), I’m very, very energetic! I do my best to break it balanced; however, I strive to make the environment as fun and warm and welcoming as they would like. I pride myself on leaving every child eager to learn more! With the older beginners (middle school and high school), I keep in mind their personalities and methods of learning and processing the material, so the lesson is still warm, but more balanced in nature. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Over thirty years experience as a piano teacher. Experienced in teaching all ages, and have graduated from a class specialized in pedagogy to teach children at a very early age. Familiar with Russian, and American notation system. Read More