Music Lessons in San Miguel, NM

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Drums

Im a fun, friendly and passionate individual. Music has been a part of my life since I was very young as a kid. I have had the opportunity and the good fortune to travel all around the world and meet many different people from all walks of life and been a part of many different events, which has contributed to my ability to work well with people of all ages. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

My method for all my students is for them to be classically trained so learning the notes on the fretboard, proper technique and note reading. I use Christopher Parkening's Guitar method Book I to help my students learn the proper technique to play and for them to learn the notes in first position on the guitar and on the staff and beginner chord reading using chord diagrams at first and then showing them the chords on the staff. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I try to make sure students can progress at their own pace based on their own skill level and experience with the instrument. I try to instill diligence patience and not being too hard on yourself as the top priorities. I want student and teacher interactions to be casual enjoyable and fun but at the same time serious with regards to the composer's intentions in the music. Like watering a flower it doesn't happen overnight the flower takes time to grow same with a piano student there needs to be incremental growth not overnight success. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Classical Guitar

I enjoy making my students as comfortable as possible while they learn. If a parent desires to stay with their student, they may. I also preach the importance of focused practice and focused lessons where we can much in a short amount of time. I believe in going at a pace that is right for the student. Some are incredibly quick to adapt and require more of a challenge. Some students take longer to understand and for them we would move at a modified pace. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a passionate music instructor. I have been singing since I was 6 years old. I started to play guitar when I was 10. I have participated in Mariachi, in latin groups, in choirs. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Voice Performance. I have been teaching for more that 25 years and I still feel that there is a lot that I can share and teach. I am a member of the Chamber choir of the El Paso Choral Society. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

Nothing makes me happier than seeing a student develop the same passion for music that I have. It is very important to me that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting goals at each lesson, by a deadline, etc. Acknowledging accomplisments helps fuel a students desire to progress and makes them eager to learn more. Finding what inspires the student is the best possible way to tailor each lesson to their wants and needs. Read More