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Instruments: Piano Voice
I want to give all my students a background in classical music to prepare them for possible further education in music and give them confidence among classically-trained musicians. I also want my curriculum to include non-classical musical styles that each particular student enjoys and relates to. I want to help students accomplish their personal goals (and their parents’ goals) regarding their musical education. Most importantly, I want my students to love playing and/or singing music! Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin
45 years of teaching experience 2010-2015 Assistant Professor at WSU, Wichita, KS 2009-present Director, St. Petersburg International Music Academy 2006 Senior Coach, Tucson Junior Strings,Tucson, AZ 2005 Faculty, Musica Mundi Summer Festival, Belgium 1989-2004 Faculty,Musicorda Summer Festival 1997-2003 Faculty, Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Oberlin, OH, Private instruction and chamber music 1987-1999 St. Petersburg Conservatory, St. Petersburg, Professor of violin 1991-1999 Special Music College for gifted children under Rimsky-Korsakov name Professor 1999-2004 St. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet Oboe English Horn
For piano students, I like to use the Alfred method books with supplemented music that peeks their interest. I like these books because they have several series depending on the age of the student and their interests such as music theory and broadway hits.-For woodwind students, I like to work for a few weeks out of their band books so I can assess their strengths and weaknesses. From there I will assign the appropriate method book; typically from the Rubank series. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Synthesizer Keyboard
One of the most important things that I stress is consistency in practice as well as correct practice. Both my piano lessons and vocal coaching emphasize technique but my main goal is to build confidence in performance. Confidence can only come from correct practice, but correct practice can only come if you're motivated and you're having fun! For my younger students I make sure to change things up to avoid boredom while teaching new angles of a certain skill. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
Each student is different from the other, so every lesson will be tailored to their skill level and wants. I like to set goals. For me it keeps it interesting, and it makes me work hard to achieve them. My goal as a teacher is to keep students interested and challenged. Each lesson will end with realistic goal for the next lesson. The very first lesson will talk about long-term goals and as well as weekly goals so that it gives the students incentive to practice and work hard. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Music
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I was planning on being a nurse in college and then I heard a speech at our orientation about following your dreams and I remember thinking "It's not practical, but if I don't try it now, I never will" and I switched my major from pre-nursing to music. I grew up onstage performing and going to dance and piano lessons and I couldn't bear the thought of not having it in my life in some capacity. As I took music classes in college, my passion grew and I learned how to make a career out of something that I thought was just a fun talent or a hobby.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
I begin by talking with the student about their life and give them an overview of the lesson we are working on that day. We will then do about 5-10 minutes of warm-ups and posture reminders. After that, I typically move in to sight-reading and/or music theory lessons/drills/practice. After theory, we will move on to performance and technique which often includes solo repertoire, scales/arpeggios, breathing or posture work, range extension, dexterity, etc. I wrap up by asking the student to write in their practice log what they need to have prepared for the next week.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I chose a Performance degree because it allowed me to learn more about the industry and gave me experience as a performer to give to my students. Practically, it has served me because I currently perform professionally as a musical theatre artist in Kansas City but it also has given me insight to opportunities for students and how I should be preparing them to enter into the music and performance world.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I would be a school teacher, most likely because investing in others, especially students, is one of my greatest joys. I wouldn't be where I am without the teachers I had growing up and they inspired me to pursue what I was passionate about. I want to do the same for others.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I am, and always have been, obsessed with musical theatre because I've been performing in musicals since I was 8 years old. I love playing and singing it because it's such a beautiful combination of musical ingenuity and storytelling. Nothing in the performance world has affected me and my life quite like musical theatre.
When will I start to see results?
I have a motto that you get out what you put in. If a student is consistent in lessons and practice then they will begin to see growth. Inconsistency kills progress and learning so I encourage students who want marked results to prepare themselves for a slow and steady grind (but it's always worth it!).
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
My favorite piece of advice about practicing I received in college was to "work SMART, not HARD". This means working on the things you know you struggle with as the priority and doing it in short, repetitive bursts with breaks in between. Once you feel that you have progressed in your desired area of improvement, you can begin to practice a piece or a concept as a whole. This ensures that you don't overdo it while practicing which can lead to frustration and burn out.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child has begun to read, can recite their ABC's and speak in full sentences, they are most likely ready to begin lessons! I typically start lessons for piano at age 5-6 depending on the child. If a child is able to focus for at least 15 min at a time, lessons will be more fun for student and teacher. For voice, I prefer not to start until at least age 10 because of where the voice is developmentally pre-adolescence.
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