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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Sterling Heights . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
I have a dynamic and flexible teaching style and personality. It’s important for me to assess what kind of learner and individual each of my students is, and that informs how I form my lessons. I prefer to set goals for my students based on what they would like to achieve, and what inspires them to want to continue their musical studies. My broad base of knowledge can offer a complete understanding of the art and science of music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ Music
I placed the highest priority on the teacher-student relationship. I believe that maintaining a good teacher-student relationship can foster a students music learning. A student will be motivated to learn and practice if they like their teacher. Also, they will be eager to share their own ideas and interpretations of the music. Therefore, I will remain a not-too-close relationship with my student. If having a too close relationship with students, teachers may not become an authority to their students anymore, and receive less respect from them. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
For young students just beginning, I use a system of "music play" which includes games and engaging activities for the child to become interested in music. I borrow heavily from both Music Learning Theory and the Orff Method, as well as include games and ideas that I have found to be creative and educational. After this stage of learning, I start students on basic notation and sight reading, and learning what the notes on the page mean. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Fiddle Music Keyboard
I have been teaching private lessons since High School, and have maintained a home studio ever since. I have taught young students of all ages in one-on-one settings in my studio, as well as in classroom settings as a group strings teacher and as an orchestra and general music teacher at a K-8 charter school. I bring with me years of experience in bringing music to life for kindergarteners, teenagers, and everyone in-between (I enjoy teaching adults, too)! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums
I find the Hal Leonard Series works as a tool for helping students understand musical concepts right away. For students who are more advanced I will plan their lessons based on what their goals are. Every student is different: Some want to compete in recitals, some want to play for their friends and family when they come over, some want to compose their own musical pieces, some people just wanna jam! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Harp Accordion Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Lute Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Shakuhachi Oboe Bassoon English Horn Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
There really is no limit to which methods work for people. Every person learns their own way, and it is true that a variety of methods work for an individuals learning process. I enjoy employing all ways of experiencing music including playing by ear, reading sheet music, learning music theory and its practical applications, as well as playing with others and truly feeling what the music is wanting to say. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet Music
My methods are adaptable based on the student's previous or current instruction with private teachers or their school teachers. For all students I love to play along and model concepts for them. I involve a lot of kinesthetic movement based lessons along with visual and aural aids. I get to know the type of learner my student is and then plan my instruction to fit their learning style. I am a fan of etudes and short technical exercises as well as long tones for intermediate to advanced students. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Flute Drums Ukulele Recorder Piccolo Music Keyboard
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
There was a defining moment for me- I was originally going to study to be an accountant. But after my college initiation for accounting school, I decided I couldn't take it- I'd rather take the risk to try and make a living being an artist than do something I didn't like
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Yes it does! My grandmother sang opera, and my dad plays the guitar and sings a lot of classic rock. I also have an uncle who sings and plays percussion with his band, who had quite a lot of success touring locally in the midwest
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I wasn't a musician I would probably aim to be an artist or a writer. The arts have always been such a big part of my life
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Honestly, I couldn't choose a single favorite. Some of my favorites include classical, rock, punk, reggae, and electronic
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I started playing the flute in 6th grade, and it was my first instrument. Then in late highschool I began on the piccolo, when my director asked me to perform a solo. Right before college I began studying piano privately to help me understand more music theory. Eventually, in my later college studies, I began studying vocals, and all string and wind instruments,
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
My dream piece to perform is the Carmen Fantasie for the flute. This is because of how beautifully it quotes melodies from the opera Carmen, as well as its technical challenges.
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 degree in music education because of how versatile the career path is. My collegiate studies allowed me to study every instrument in the band and orchestra, which is something a performance track doesn't typically do
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
A normal practice session for me starts with note bending and tone warm ups (Wind instruments only). It then transitions into technical scales studies, then to melodic studies. From there I focus on working on orchestral excerpts, etudes, and any pieces such as sonatas
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master on the flute is getting that initial sound- it requires a very specific embouchure. The hardest thing about piano is how many things are going on at once- The pedaling, reading in two clefs, and using both hands
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I like to use a combination of Alfred music books for my younger students, as well as many French technical exercise books such as those by Moyse. I think it's important to get scales familiarized early, so that is why I chose this book.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I chose the flute as my primary instrument because I am in love with melodies, and the purity of the sound of the instrument. In addition, the flute is just so versatile, and can be used in almost any genre.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I am most proud of my music education degree, my teaching license, my orchestral solo work I did with the University of Toledo's Orchestra, and how far my classical performance skills have progressed since college.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
Many of my flute students have achieved the honor of holding the seat of first flute in their band. But I am most proud of how my students progress, rather than the number of seat they earn
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
To practice effectively, frequency is more important than large blocks of time. So if you can practice for 5 minutes a day, that is much better than one large chunk of time once a week,
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
You know your child is ready to start lessons when they have been taking on responsibilities, like doing their homework without being prompted, or taking care of their pets
When will I start to see results?
While each students pace and level varies, with regular practice, you should start seeing results in about two weeks. Even if a student isn't sounding so great, make sure to always encourage them
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Yes! The my high school band director really inspired me to get into music. Mr. Koch pushed us to be great, and had us playing college literature in 9th grade. Setting the bar high for students is really important, because we can all be great musicians.
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