Piano Lessons in Zarephath, NJ

Instruments: Piano Voice

Based on a child's interest and personal voice, I recommend pieces of music varying from musical theatre, 28 Italian Songs, Schirmer's Book of Solos, and Hal Leonard's Standard Literature. In our lessons, I teach students to warm up with the proper technique, and so that they may warm themselves up when practicing. We also work on sight reading and dictation to implement musical literacy. Most importantly, we discuss textual meaning and how it relates to our performance skills. Read More

Instruments: Piano

It is very important that the student have a good time learning while achieving their goals. I love a student who is thirsty to learn more and more. I work with the student to keep reasonable goals from lesson to lesson. I emphasize practicing and focus and I am have different expectations for different students. Everyone is different so everyone gets a different approach based on their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer Music Keyboard

For Beginning students like children I use the Thompson early beginners books, and for more mature beginners I use The Thompson beginners books for adults. I engage the students in lively conversations about music, I usually engage the students in conversations how school or work is going, and then relate these conversations to their practice at home time. I teach my students also the right way to practice music, learn music ,relax and enjoy making music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola

I like to stay flexible and work with students on their interests. Together, we can work to achieve their goals. My main goal is for students to enjoy and love music and their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Keyboard

I believe in teaching future string musicians there is only one way to make the best sound and teaching how to do this from the beginning. I want the students to understand how their instrument works by demystifying the mechanics. Once the student knows how to use the instrument, they can then discover the music and their voice in the music. For string instruments, I use the Suzuki books and Artistry in Strings method. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I should start off by saying each student is unique, and since the lessons are one on one, my approach to each student will be unique. That being said, there are certain skill-sets and areas of focus that every student should learn. For complete beginners, I start off with technique. What is good posture? What is good hand position? How do you form a proper embouchure and produce a supported airstream? Read More

Instruments: Piano

Students have to listen to the sound they are making - whether these are scales or the repertoire. They will become great pianists if their concentration is great. There is no miracle in piano playing. it is a precise and exact art much like carving. All students know - "we have to practice." That is easy - anybody can practice. Laziness is not a problem any more. Lack of interest, however, can be a huge problem, and it arises because students do not know HOW to practice. Read More