Music Lessons Wayne County, NY

Instruments: Piano, Music, Keyboard

I am a piano instructor, performer, composer, and scholar who loves is passionate about sharing my knowledge, abilities, and love for music with my students. I graduated from Concordia University Ann Arbor with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music with a specialization in piano. I have performed as a soloist for over 15 years, and have accompanied soloists of other instruments, as well as been in bands and ensembles for 8 years. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Synthesizer, Accordion, Music, Keyboard

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard’s essential elements. Once the students has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what students is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lesson engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. I ‘ve also certificated Yamaha Methods and Suzuki Methods when I was teaching in Japan. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Piccolo, Music

I hope to inspire a love of music in others through my teaching, playing, and composing. In 2012 I graduated from Eastman School of Music with High Honors, and in 2015 I received a Master's degree in Jazz Studies from New York University, and in 2022 I received a PhD in Music Performance from NYU. I have performed in Italy, Canada, Costa Rica, and throughout the United States, and have taught various styles and instruments to students of all ages. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Music

I honestly play it by ear for each student. Everyone is different and has different goals. After meeting with a student and finding out their level and what they want to do, I might have them start by playing 2 notes really well as a first step, but it might include ensuring they can play them accurately on command with a beautiful sound, great start and end to each note, steady sound, solid intonation, and any dynamic requested. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Teaching for me is about finding a balance. The way I approach a lesson consists of focusing solely on the students goals and aspirations and working on that, but also demonstrating yourself to be a good musician and teacher who your student trusts and receives inspiration from. That said, I like to find out and sometimes predict what students would like to do with the guitar and start from there. Read More