Piano Lessons in Oak Brook, IL

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

My music curriculum Ages 3-4 1) sing along alphabet and music alphabet 2) learning notes with flash cards where is thump kin song 3) 15-20 min of piano lessons 4) music together 5) piano on the piano mat Ages5-7 1) fundamental of sight read such as learning how to read music through staff lines starting with middle C to middle G 2) Go over notes and time signatures through flash cards 3) piano lesson 4) Playing on the piano mat Ages 8+ 1) learning how to sign read. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Music Keyboard

My philosophy with teaching my students is that they should learn in an environment where they truly feel that they are not only retaining information that I provide, but are gaining insight as to how to develop their own sense of creativity and problem solving skills. I envision my students’ learning by acquiring pieces to their tool belt, bits at a time. They then take this kit out into their own lives, uniquely building their own future into whatever passions they pursue further. Read More

Instruments: Piano

It feels good and rewarding upon seeing my students improvement and more love for music. I aways see to it that it is fun and effective. Finger training is one of the most important too therefore we won't miss that in every lesson. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Ukulele Recorder Music Keyboard

I am a dedicated music educator focused on innovative ways to engage my students in there learning while utilizing modern technology and proven pedagogical methods to improve my students musical abilities. I graduated from Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin with a Bachelors in Music Education focusing on vocal and general music. I have been performing with bands around the Chicagoland area for many years as a vocalist and as a saxophonist. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

My goal is to hear that students dont even realize how much theyre practicing throughout the week because theyre enjoying it so much! I always encourage 5 minutes a day to startthat time will usually increase naturally. I take time to get to know my students because I love to incorporate their other interests into the lessons to help keep them engaged. As a lifelong learner myself, I always encourage this quality because I believe that allowing yourself to be a beginner at something new all the time really fosters all-around success! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I teach students to read music and achieve excellence, and learn to play contemporary music using chord sheets, depending on the goals and preference of the student while stressing the importance of training the ear, which is where the confidence lies in the ability to play. Using methods that enables musicians to play what they actually conceive or hear rather than bore their listeners with licks and notes that work off a page. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Keyboard

For adults, I like to assess their skills and goals individually and choose a program that will work best for them. I usually still stick with the Alfred's books, but there are combination levels geared toward older learners. VOICE: For voice students, I start with vocal exercises and conversations that help me to get a full picture of a student's abilities and needs. I then start with a comprehensive program of breath support awareness, pitch matching and intervals, vowel shape, vocal placement, and more depending on what kind of singing (musical theatre, rock, pop, etc.) they are interested in developing. Read More