Music Lessons in Port Allen, LA

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard

For all students we will begin with building the centerpiece of any musician, their tone. We will work on necessary fundamentals to build the students embouchure, as well develop the students technique and skills no matter the level. My saying is to be better than your yesterday. We will use many varieties of books, etudes, exerts, concert pieces, and methods, to ensure each student is being brought to a better level than they started. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I am a graduate student in Vocal Performance at LSU who is excited to start a vocal studio in my new city of Baton Rouge. A lifelong musician, I have been singing for as long as I can remember. I have been studying voice for over 10 years, and have had the honor of singing in halls across the United States and Europe. I am a classically trained singer with a bachelors degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Minnesota, but my first love was musical theater. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

My teaching style is catered to the student. We will go at a pass that fits with the students needs. The first lesson is critical in understanding the capabilities of the student and the pace at which they work. The musical interests of the student are of major import as well. Learning styles that the student likes and enjoys will create a much more exciting and interesting learning experience for all parties involved. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Piccolo Oboe

For beginning students, I use the Standard of Excellence book 1 by Bruce Pearson. For intermediate students, I use the Standard of Excellence book 2, and for the advanced students, I use the Standard of Excellence book 3. I introduce solo repertoire to the middle and advanced students. I will find what will suite the students. Beginner Level (1 year; up to 7th grade): Rubank - Elementary Method Rubank Book Of Flute Solos, Easy Level Trevor Wye: A Beginner's Book for the Flute Part One Intermediate Level (7th-9th grade): Rubank - Intermediate Method 24 Short Concert Pieces (Cavally) Concert & Contest Collection (Rubank/Voxman) Rubank - Selected Duets Volume 1 {yellow} - for middle school Rubank - Volume 2 {orange} - for high school and the advanced students. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I hold a masters degree in viola performance from Florida State University and bachelors degrees in both music performance and business administration from Northwestern State University. I have been the recipient of several scholarships and positions that demonstrate my academic and performance distinction. I have performed in an array of concert venues in the United States and internationally in both solo and collaborative contexts. As a teacher, I am passionate about engaging students with music and guiding them in the development of mindfulness and discipline, which transfers into other aspects of their personal growth. Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

I believe each student is different and enjoy developing a unique approach for each students. I also tailor the lessons to each students need. I have taught beginners from scratch, students who need help in band, and also students who are preparing for college auditions. Since I have studied the flute myself for over 20 years, and am currently the teaching assistant at LSU flute studio, I have a vast amount of experience and knowledge in flute pedagogy. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Since the begining, I focus on sight reading and learning repertoire strategies. I believe that if the student is capable of reading and learning the repertoire quickly, he or she will become much more motivated and the act of practicing will be something pleasant. I like my students to fell they practice because they like to, and not only because they have to. I also like the help the students to build a practicing schedule so they will gradually incorporate the practicing time in their own routine. Read More