Piano Lessons Placer County, CA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar

I am a professional musician trained in New Orleans playing all styles of music however my primary style is jazz. I studied jazz guitar at the conservatory New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and graduated from Loyola University New Orleans in 2016 with a Bachelor in Music Industry Studies. I toured internationally with Grammy nominated trumpeter Christian Scott and have collaborated with Nicholas Payton, Saul William, Pell and many other artists. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard

It was more of an epiphany than a gradual choice which saw me take on the career of a musician. From a young age and onward, I always maintained an affinity and constant desire for music. In all this time nothing has ever proved so gratifying. No doubt I have various instructors to thank for this love, along with their respective academic institutions. From completing my undergraduate studies at Cal State Northridge, and finishing with graduate performance work at the wonderful University of Southern California, I more than owe it to the world of music education to give back however I can. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My teaching experience dates back to my college years when I taught lessons at a studio, primarily working with young children. I met a fellow music teacher in a class of mine and she brought me to a store where I had my own private studio downstairs with students ranging from different ages. I worked with so many students, some whom stayed with me for the entire time I was working as a teacher. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience dates back to my days of study, as I began teaching private lessons part time 12 years ago, and have been consistently teaching students in my home studio for the last 10 years as well as doing workshops in different countries. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the singing or instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano

For young students I use Faber and Alfred books. As well as Famous and Fun books which have popular tunes to help keep the students motivated to practice. My older students work in the standard Hanon exercise book which helps develop agility and evenness in the hands and fingers. I also teach my students all 12 Major and minor scales, arpeggios, and chord progressions. My more advanced students usually learn classical music and Jazz/Blues Rags series by Martha Mier. Read More