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Featured Piano Teachers Near Waukegan, IL

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Waukegan . 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!

Rudolph T

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Clarinet Bass Guitar Synthesizer French Horn

At this point in time I've been blessed with the opportunities to teach in both private one-on-one tutoring settings as well as with large groups of children through volunteering, student teaching and substitute teaching. It was through the summation of these experiences that I predicted- and have ultimately discovered- that I love being a music educator. The height of what fulfills me about being a music educator is the essence of the work: Exploration and nurturing for both the student and the teacher. Read More

Kari B

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

I had a wonderful opportunity to start teaching piano at the same place that I took piano throughout high school KD Music Arts, about 8 years ago. Since then, Ive taught piano and voice to students a variety of ageskids and adults! I love arranging my younger students favorite songs that they hear on the radio so they can play them on the piano, sometimes even playing rhythm video games on my Nintendo 3DS to brush up on their music theory skills :) I want my students to finish a lesson feeling like the possibilities that they have with music are endless. Read More

Michael V

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Music Keyboard

I am an educator, composer, and instrumentalist with a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. Over the past few years I have been fortunate to share the stage with artists like Bernard Purdie (drummer for Aretha Franklin), Donny Mccaslin (Saxophonist for David Bowie), and Cassandra O'Neil (Keyboardist for Prince). While I love performing, my heart lies with composing. I work primarily as a composer for film and TV, although I regularly write music for the concert hall as well. Read More

Stevenson V

Instruments: Piano Drums Keyboard Djembe

Passion for music and fluency with the language of music are my ultimate goals. When I can get students passionately and freely expressing themselves, without hesitations, inhibitions, or apologies, I feel I have liberated the master artist that dormant within each of us. Everyone has such a powerful, and beautiful voice within: to be able to fearlessly communicate it through the power of music is my goal for all students. Read More

Brianna S

Instruments: Piano Violin Harp

I've been a musician since the age of 6. Music has been such a big part of my life and I hope to share that passion for music with others. In 2010, I graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance in violin and harp with a minor in piano. I also studied at the Conservatory of Vienna in Vienna, Austria for two years. I have performance all over the US and parts of Europe in orchestras and chamber groups. Read More

Justyn J

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Recorder Euphonium French Horn Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I start my students with a single lesson where I gain a knowledge about the student's musical abilities and personality. I don't generally start with a single method book, because I believe that in individual lessons, the methods used should be tailored to fit the student. I will pull from Essential Elements, Accent on Achievement, and Standard of Excellence, as well as writing and devising my own warm ups and methods. Read More

Ariel A

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

I cater each lesson to the student- no two students will be on the same track and that's ok. Each person, just like each voice, is very unique! I don't see a purpose in forcing a student to learn a piece they don't like. We are here to make music so collaboration is a huge deal for me. I want us to collaborate and make beautiful art together to the best of our abilities! :) I've been teaching students how to sing for over 8 years and my students have gone on to win statewide competitions, get leads in shows professionally, and even get into the top schools of their dreams on full talent-based scholarships.. Read More

Teacher In Spotlight

Michael D

Instruments: Violin

If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I think my personality would be well-suited to another type of career where I got to perform. Secretly I have always wanted to try improv comedy. I love making people laugh!

Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
In my immediate family, I am the only professional musician. My dad played drums as a kid, and my mom and I were in church choir together when I was in high school. My sister played the flute. I am now teaching my oldest niece how to play the violin.

If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Performance Professional Performance Certificate Master's Degree in Music History By the time I was a junior in high school, I was a serious musician taking lessons, playing in youth orchestra, and listening to classical music non-stop. I was afraid that if I chose something else to do with my life, I would always regret giving up my ability to play this instrument. I loved performing for others (and still do!).

What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The ability to stay relaxed while playing. The violin forces the body into such an unnatural position that it is key to find a way to play that does not hurt or cause excess tension.

What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Recently I was able to perform with both of my collegiate level teachers, and that was very special for me. Another highlight was performing with my undergraduate orchestra in four different cities in Spain in the most beautiful concert halls I've ever seen in my life. It was overwhelming and amazing.

Why did you choose your primary instrument?
No good reason, really. I wanted to play the saxophone because I grew up going to my sister's band concerts but in the 5th grade they started the strings program in my elementary school and so I just picked violin on a complete and utter whim.

How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If they are able to focus on a task for 30 minutes, and if they are able to or will start learning to read.

When will I start to see results?
This entirely depends on your willingness to practice on your own outside your lesson.

Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Not one in particular. I made the decision on my own in high school and was supported by my private teacher after I told him I wanted to study music in college.

What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
1) Take breaks. 2) Go slow. 3) As you get more comfortable playing a piece or a scale, try to play it all the way through, mistakes and all. Then, you can go back and reassess what needs work. 4) Make sure to go back to just before a tough passage to make sure you're able to play it in context. 5) Breathe! Holding breath can make your playing tight.

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