Piano Lessons in Seaford, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I typically create my own lesson plans and try to cater them to the student. Most recently I've been working with trying to find a balance of teaching music theory and practical piano. When teaching theory, I often refer to Kotska's and Payne's "Tonal Harmony" for the order of the curriculum, and when it comes to exercises I will either write them out on the spot to demonstrate something to the student (I also feel it is important to SHOW the student how to MAKE music, ie. proper note notation, and symbol shape), or prepare them in advance if the content is more complex. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Hello! I love to teach music to beginning thru advanced students of all ages from the very young to the adult, and the serious musician to the casual student. I understand that everyone has different goals and abilities. My job is to help you realize your potential in line with those goals and abilities. My performance experience has spanned piano and musical theater from childhood to opera in adulthood, with a love of pop music along the way! Read More

Instruments: Piano

My students age from 3-beyond. I love to work with beginners and also enjoy to teach high school students to adults. I have a great passions on teaching and believe that I am learning from teaching as well. Each of my students are unique, as their abilities various, my teaching style various with their personality. For me teaching piano is not just to teach them how to play piano its more about how to solve problem individually, how to overcome fear, how to stay focused, patience etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola

You can get away with Just fifteen minutes of practice each day and you will still see improvement, but only if it is consistent. For those that aren't necessarily interested in going down that road, that's ok! In the end it's about what is fulfilling to you. I am always more than happy to make our time more exploratory and free form. This is especially important with very young students, though I'd encourage this attitude with all ages. Read More

Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Keyboard

My teaching experience dates back 20 years,as I began teaching private music lessons upon graduating from college. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument. I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the piano and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My methods are largely dependent on each individual student - their own learning styles, goals, and interests guide the methods I use. For many of my beginning students who are children, I start with Faber's piano adventures. I use a mixture of method books, repetoire, and my own theory exercises until students can grasp solo repetoire. I also help students compose their own music, which we have fun doing! For adult students, I tailor my lessons to the student's goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I have professional experience in classical, musical theater, and jazz styles and am comfortable teaching at every level. With regard to teaching, I have experience in one-on-one and group settings in my home and at Bach to Rock music school. Ive been teaching private vocal lessons for over 10 years, both vocal training and piano.I believe students should have fun while learning and participate in music outside of the classroom, so I encourage them to participate in recitals, competitions, and even songwriting to stay motivated and celebrate their progress. Read More