Casey M  
Instruments: Oboe, Music
Styles: Classical, Pop, Rock, Blues, Swing, Marching Band

I have been teaching lessons off and and on since I graduated high school. I like to encourage using a set schedule for lessons and practicing so that student can develop the habits they need to progress through musical learning. I like to find out if students like a certain type or genre of music so that we can see how this music connects with the classical studies and repertoire that is recommended for learning. It is important that students are enjoying their lessons and having fun, fun makes for memorable learning experiences. I encourage students to audition for honors bands, competitions and recitals so that they can enjoy their accomplishments and find the motivation they need to learn. I am always looking for new students of all ages.

For beginning students I like to Rubank: Elementary Method to learn fundamentals. After learning fundamentals and introduction to solo repertoire or etudes will be used next. I like to try and find out what interests my students and tailor my instruction around their needs, interests. As each step is mastered we will move on to the next step , I like to use the Rubank method books, for elementary method, intermediate methods and advanced methods along with Selected studies book by Voxman. Other books may be chosen if there is a need.