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Instruments: Piano Violin Music
I began my teaching career in 2014. I was involved in a program where I worked under established teachers and observed them teach. I then took over their classes and received feedback and guidance from them. Since moving to Chicago in 2017, I have worked with a music school and taught private lessons as well as group lessons in Chicago Public Schools. I am trained in the Suzuki method and heavily rely on that in my teaching. Read More
Instruments: Piano Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Keyboard
For drumset students, I usually start out with basic patterns and grooves that they can play to their favorite music. That way they really start to get into it. After we have established a bit of rapport, I will go into technique and see what their tolerance is for more intensive practice and more in depth techniques, all the while trying to keep things light and fun. While technique is important, we would like to make sure the student stays interested in the material and keep their attention with engaging material. Read More
Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Music Keyboard
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by engaging students in conversations about realistic and individual growth goals. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Viola Music Keyboard
My methods depend on my students' ages, experience, and instruments. I incorporate books from Full Voice, Suzuki, Schradiek, Piano Pronto, Bastien, and more! I ensure that my students are getting the essential education that will help them grow and succeed as a musician. In addition to teaching exercises, technic, warmups, scales, chords, arpeggios (and more), I also ensure that students are applying these things to pieces that are important to learn through lesson books and with songs that my students want to learn. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
While receiving my masters degree in Vocal Performance at the University of Kentucky I became a teacher at a youth arts academy, Academy for Creative Excellence. I never envisioned myself as a voice teacher, but as I grew to know my students and see the impact of the arts on their young lives it has become a true passion of mine.Since discovering my love for teaching voice, I myself have sung more musical theatre as it is the most popular genre I teach. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Electric Guitar Djembe
The approach, overall, is to drive toward the student's goal. When someone wants to learn how to play an instrument well enough to play in a band or orchestra, I usually consider two needs - playing music and interpreting written music. These are basic parts of education, literally easy to define by achieving pages in etude books. In addition, though, there is a third component to meeting the set goal: writing music - a sensibility that you can create. Read More
Instruments: Piano Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Keyboard
Im a bassist, composer, and producer born and raised in Chicago Illinois. As a Berklee College of Music graduate and Merit Scholarship recipient, I feel that it is important that I have an impact in my hometown, and believe that educating young musicians is the greatest impact I can have. Its my goal to help young artists and musicians prepare for the different paths they may take, whether they are just starting out or enrolling to music conservatories. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Synthesizer French Horn Keyboard
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Practice makes permanent. Be realistic with yourself about your level and quality of practice - if you are only going to practice a little, learn to practice very efficiently. If you practice a lot, make sure you aren't over doing it. I used to practice excessively (5+ hours a day) and wasn't improving at all. I know practice no more than 2-3 very efficient 20-40 minute sessions a day and play better than ever without getting tired. 15 minutes of good focused warm-ups are better than 3 hours of sloppy spot-practicing.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Are they physically capable of playing the instrument? If so, then yes! Studies have shown that the earlier any kind of education enteres s child's life, the more effective and permanent their relationship with it will be. Exposing children to musical training early on gives them an exponentially higher chance of success later on.
When will I start to see results?
Everyone is different. Always be sure to check in with your lesson teacher - nobody can give you an answer ot this question without context.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
I have an initial practice session of 15-30 minutes in which I only warm-up and focus on basics. LAter during the day I'll move from warm-ups into increasingly focused practice lasting about 15-20 minutes. I will repeat any focus practice I feel I need no more than 3 times during a day. I end my day with a 5-10 minute fun jam and warm-down exercise.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
My degree, while focusing on performance, is actually in many aspects of music: I studied theory, musicology, composition, etc. from all over the world. Despite being a highly trained musician, I wanted to hone my ears and expand my musical perspective instead of just drilling music I was already familiar with. This has made me not only a more musical and informed player, but also a more enthusiastic musician - there's a mind-boggling diversity of amazing music out there!
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Not sure if I have a favorite, but I really enjoy the flexibility funk, soul, jazz and electronic music allows.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
I have an uncle who plays 32 instruments without being abel to read music. Beisdes that, nope! I come from a totally unmusical family!
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I came to music early inn life, but only decide on the professional musician track in late high school. I saw some paths to make a really positive difference in people's lives with music and just knew I had to jump in!
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