Piano Lessons in Balm, FL

Instruments: Piano

During the lesson I ask you to play through your music. I will then ask you to play the music in many various ways that will hone the skills in all the areas you are trying to develop. With such first hand experience you will learn a great deal more than just how to play the notes correctly. You will have consequently incorporated artistry, piano technique, theory and ear training. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

I have been using the Bastien method since I studied it in the Engel School of Music in Orlando since I was six years old. I have been playing original composition since I was 10 and encouraged the pure enjoyment of playing the piano. I have studied the Robert pace method at Rollins College, as well as the Hanon Virtouso Methed. I have studied at a Collegiate level the musical forms a various methods in Electro acoustical music from Paul Reller local in the area as graduate of Eastman, as well as other top and staff of the University of South Florida in Tampa. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I find that the key to enjoyable lessons is to discover just the right sort of pieces a student likes to play. No one likes having to practice something they think is boring. It is with this in mind that I also incorporate games and flash cards and activities involving action for the little ones who can't sit long on a piano bench. I make sure we use ALL the keys of a piano from one end to the other, and the black ones too. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Double Bass

When students are being lazy I call them out on it by saying something like, "What is that?"  It shakes them up and makes them realize I catch every mistake.  It's done in a lighthearted way so that the students feel comfortable with me as I do not want to drive away students who fear their teacher.  Comfort and discipline are imperative to help them achieve their goals.  If a student feels comfortable with their instrument they are more willing to practice and achieve a higher goal of performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Ukulele Recorder Keyboard

Im an educated and traveled musician with a love of teaching and a passion for music. Im a graduate of Anderson University, where I trained in Vocal Performance and Music Education. In my time as a student, I received multiple awards for excellence in Music Theory and Aural Comprehension, and the Univeristy hired me as a tutor for my fellow student musicians. I have performed throughout the US, as well as internationally, and in dozens of languages. Read More