Piano Lessons in Forest Lake, MN

Instruments: Piano

I am classically trained but I also compose music extensively on a daily basis . I have had a life long passion for music and started playing when I was eight years old. I am currently the pianist for the ballet program at Macalester College, LIse Houlton's professional class at MDT, the Metropolitan Ballet, and Ballet Minnesota. Growing up I studied 10 years with Yakov Gelfand, Phd from St. Petersburg Conservatory. I also studied in Hungary with Gulays Istvan, professor at the Franz List Conservatory in Budapest. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My name is Wendy. I love teaching piano with children and adults and sharing my love of music. I have taught piano for 20 years. I believe every student is a STAR and I believe everyone has strengths. I enjoy working with students to find music that complements those strengths. I use Faber music methods and teaching style. I can teach ages 7-80, Beginners through Intermediate. I have an extensive background in classical piano and musical theatre. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

In the voice studio I am a kind and nurturing teacher - no matter the age or level of the singer. Above all, I strive to instruct healthy, beautiful singing. I absolutely believe in choosing music for a student that will help improve specific areas of vocal technique, but also music about which the student feels passionate. Singing should feel like a release and it should be rewarding. I remember looking forward to voice lessons and getting so excited to watch my voice grow and get better. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Piccolo

For beginning students, I generally start with the Accent on Achievment book series and spend the first few lessons assessing and addressing the important fundamentals of the students' particular instrument. After working out of the book for an apropriate amount of time, I introduce solo repertiore from both pop and classical genres. I want my students to learn, but I want them to have fun and enjoy what they are learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Over 12 years teaching experience of different level and age.Accompanying on exams, play concerts with different Instruments 2001-2006 Piano teacher and accompanist at the Saradjian Music School. Teaching assistant and accompanist at the Yerevan State Conservatory. Official piano accompanist at the Opera theatre in Yerevan(Armenia). 2007-2010 Teaching assistant and accompanist at the KarlsruheState Conservatory (Germany). 2008 Invited to the Master Classes as the official piano accompanist by professor Boris Belkin,Yuri Zhislin, Mikhail Kopelman, Diemut Poppen, Igor Suliga and Gustav Rivinius in Oviedo,Spain. 2010 Teaching assistant and accompanist at the Hamline University.Accompanist of A Cappella Choir at the Hamline University Since 2012 Piano teacher of Musika LLC 2006-2012 Chamber as well as solo engagements throughout Europe,and abroad 2008 Invited to the Master Classes as the official pianoaccompanist by professor Boris Belkin,Yuri Zhislin, Mikhail Kopelman, Diemut Poppen, Igor Suliga and Gustav Riviniusin Oviedo,Spain. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola Fiddle Keyboard

My style of teaching is different for each student. After meeting the student, I suggest setting a goal, working towards that goal for 4 -6 weeks - after which an assessment is made by me to determine how best to continue. For the younger student I often demonstrate, or play with them. Encouraging recital participation, finding the right performance piece helps me determine what inspires the student, young or old. Negativity in lessons is not acceptable and never happens with me as your teacher. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I'm a recent graduate of St. Olaf College who has just settled in St. Paul. I've had the opportunity to perform with Minnesota Opera and will soon be performing with the Gilbert and Sullivan Very Light Opera Company. My interests range from opera and sonatas to pop and jazz, and I love to explore new avenues of musical creativity. My studio exists to give beginning and intermediate singers and pianists of all ages the confidence and ability to produce high quality music with ease. Read More