Curtis A  
Instruments: Piano, Synthesizer, Music, Keyboard
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Country, R&B, Gospel, Electronic, Spirituals, Swing, New Age

I began teaching private lessons full time in 2011. I know that when students have fun and see progress at every lesson, they are motivated to become better musicians. As a result, progress is quicker and my students retain what they have learned. I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music, as well as learning music I have composed, helps students enjoy the piano and motivates them to practice and continue to see improvements in their understanding and playing abilities. For my students interested in competitions, recitals, and/or becoming internationally certified, I have helped my students attain their goals. I encourage every student start composing their own original music so they can feel good about their accomplishments and stay motivated to learn. I'm always looking to bring on new students of all abilities!

For all of my students, I find out what they are interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly. I typically start with the Piano Adventures series and my own compositions. Once my students understand the fundamentals, I begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first performance or competition. All of my students get a complete musical education by learning theory, performance, and music history. It's important that lessons are engaging and paced accordingly to maximize my student's enjoyment and keep their interest for our entire lesson.