Piano Lessons in Mount Juliet, TN

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Electric Violin

I started teaching at the young age of 16 back in my hometown up in New York. I enjoyed it thoroughly and have been teaching privately ever since. I currently teach 7 students on weekends and three during the week. I enjoy teaching and care about my students. This year I am teaching Strings in public schools and am enjoying it very much. My students learn Music History, Theory, and Performance while in class. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Another technique I specialize in that I share with students who are interested is self-accompaniment skills. Singing and playing piano is an essential part of my artistry so I believe I can share some of the tricks I've picked up over the years. Students who want to learn how to accompany themselves on piano while they sing will learn how to view the piano and voice one instrument and balance their attention to both. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Bass Guitar

I began teaching private lessons five years ago during my first year in college. I consistently taught privately, as well as in classroom settings in youth music programs in Boston. I also developed and taught courses in songwriting and music theory for teenagers. I encourage students to develop their age-appropriate practice routines, and support them in sticking with them. Sticking to a schedule helps the young musician build a relationship to their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums

My method of teaching involves a musically comprehensive approach. Through practice in rhythm, harmony, melody, theory and ear training, my players become well rounded musicians. The goal is to be able to have an intelligent musical conversation with your instrument, and to know how to play whatever you want to play. In my lessons reading sheet music is optional, but not required. I want my students to know that there is more to playing than just what's in the ink. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

It is so rewarding to see a students eyes light up when they learn a new musical thought or concept! All students are different from one another, some have a harder time understanding certain elements in music, everyone has a different personality with strengths and weaknesses. So I ALWAYS treat my students as an individual. Comparing any student with another can damage the self confidence of the one that may be struggling. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

Much of my training techniques come from my experience with Voice Teacher, Dr. Joseph Collins (PhD, Vocal Pedagogy), whom I studied with while living in Nashville. Dr. Collins made clear to me many secrets to developing proper vocal execution and placement that had been a mystery before. I gained much more awareness and understanding of my own voice. I have enjoyed many years of private vocal instruction while at universities (Kent State University, Belmont University) and have learned good and valuable practices from different professors. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Acoustic Guitar

In addition to the published materials I use with students, I also incorporate: sight reading rhythm reading chord knowledge and technical focus Guitar Students (All Ages) For my guitar students, I use a combination of materials, including books, charts, tab, and online resources to help meet the individual needs of the student. Popular music is often used as a pathway to learning the foundation of guitar performance skills. Voice Voice lessons are based on the goals of the student (children and adults). Read More