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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Union City . 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
My teaching style is flexible. For beginners, I will teach them all basic technic and reading skills. I believe in learning music by the ability of reading the music. Therefore, to have good reading skill is essential to all my students. Even if the students do not read music fluently, I will emphasize my teaching in improving them to read music. All my students will have good music sight reading eventually. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
All of my lessons are built around songs to teach technique and I add materials to teach theory and musicianship if the student wants and needs it. I always interview each student to find out their interests and desires and and build a custom curriculum eight lessons at a time to insure satisfaction and success on the students terms. I have student assessments at the end of each eight lessons block to make sure that the student knows how they have improved and where they need more work. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Recorder Orchestral Percussion Music
It is my joy seeing my students learn from me and become successful in their musical journey. I help my students discover and develop their skill and talent in music. I always encourage my students to go beyond their comfort zone; to show their talents in music, and to share it to the community. I also incorporate games in my teaching. I also give my students an opportunity to choose the music they want to learn and teach it to get their interest. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Piccolo Music
Hello! My name is Madison A. I am a woodwind instructor based in the Sacramento/Stockton area. I am a private instructor and professional musician who loves performing and sharing my intense passion for playing with my students and with my audiences. This upcoming semester (Spring 2022) I will be graduating with a Bachelor in Clarinet Performance from Sacramento State University! In addition to studying clarinet, I am a professional flutist and saxophonist and have been performing in Northern California over the past 5 years. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
'm here to motivate and inspire. There is no one right approach to learning music and I'm adept at understanding how each individual learns. I can help to formulate and achieve goals or simply offer an expressive outlet that is safe, enlightening and encouraging. I offer mentorship and help with choices, in a professional or recreational capacity, within the music and entertainment fields. I facilitate the most enjoyable approach to practice so my students develop skills, confidence and a love of music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ
I try my very best to avoid criticism, encourage curiosity, and open doors at every lesson. Constant criticism can put a permanent damper on a student's love of music. Exploration can lead to a lifetime of enjoyment! In the Photo Gallery above, the first pic is of David, age 6-1/2, playing organ for the first time. He has been watching me play during a church service, so I offered to show him a few things. Read More
Instruments: Piano
Especially for young students, my lessons involve a great deal of activities including numerous musical games, movements, theory time, rhythm clapping, music story telling, etc. In fact, in my graduate studies, the topic of my graduation project was Musical Games. The variety of the lesson can not only solve the issue of short attention span of young children, but also reinforce learned materials, prepare for and follow up on important concepts, and simply spice up the lesson. Read More
Instruments: Drums Music
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
When I was in junior high school I saw some older musicians who were in college performing and it was likely the inspiration for me to become a professional musician.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I am taking piano lessons now because after years of composing, I decided I would like to know what I am doing in regards to theory. Having a good ear to write music is nice, but I felt the need to be able to explain what I am doing to other musicians. The piano is a wonderful instrument for this purpose.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I would probably be a chef!
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Good music is my favorite genre. I have never been able to decide on a favorite style of music, although jazz has been the most influential, and I apply it to most other styles I play.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music. I chose this after starting a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Performance because it felt like a more holistic degree, and I had been playing jazz professionally for several years at that point.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Stick control, Accents and Rebounds, and a couple other books can be helpful for the beginning student, and I tend to introduce materials that are even new to me depending on the student.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
Warming up, then just playing freely, like if I was in a performance. That can be half the practice session. Then, if there was something I realize I am having trouble with, I will stop and focus on that for the rest of my practice session. I find it important to focus on one or two things per session versus trying to practice everything in one day.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Staying relaxed while still generating a quality sound on the instrument may be the hardest thing to learn. I still work on this to this day, that and keeping time without it changing too much.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
My association with Chico Hamilton is definitely the accomplishment I am most proud of. He is one of the drumming legends of jazz, who inspired countless rock drummers like Charlie Watts and Nick Mason as well. It was an honor to be part of his circle.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
All of my teachers have given me some sort of inspiration, just due to the fact that they took the time to share their knowledge with me. Specifically, the teachers who were also performing musicians gave me the most inspiration because they were able to show me how to apply their instruction to the real world.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
At one point, we had a neighbor who played the drums, and that is how I chose the instrument. He was kind enough to let me play his drums and show me some basic things to get started. Wish I knew his name!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If they are showing an interest in music, then they are ready! Because music can be so beneficial in regards to language development and coordination, it is a good idea to incorporate music into the routine of any child.
When will I start to see results?
Almost immediately if you practice your lessons consistently. This will of course depend on the teacher, but because I make the initial lessons easy to understand, most students are at least playing a drum beat when they finish their first lesson.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Consistency is the key to progress on any instrument. Even if you only do 30 minutes a day, do it every day. This is much better than trying to do several hours on one day, and then not playing for multiple days in between.
23 Years
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