Natalie D
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Ukulele, Euphonium, French Horn, Music
Styles: Classical, Pop, Country, Musical Theater, Showtunes, New Age, Marching Band
Natalie D
Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Ukulele, Euphonium, French Horn, Music
Styles:
Classical, Pop, Country, Musical Theater, Showtunes, New Age, Marching Band
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 5-18
Master Degree: Kent State, Bachelor Degree: Slippery Rock
I am a music teacher with experience in teaching students in grades 4-12. I have taught all woodwind and brass instruments, percussion, and ukulele lessons. I also have experience with directing plays and musicals. I graduated Slippery Rock University with honors and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree, Kent State University with a Masters in Music Education degree, and an currently attending Point Park University for my Ed.D. in Leadership and Administration. I love teaching music and look forward to working with students and families in the Pittsburgh area!
I started teaching private lessons in college and continued doing so after graduation. I like teaching private lessons because students learn valuable skills and techniques that will help in every aspect of a student's life. Students learn time management, dedication, and work ethic through taking private lessons and I love watching students grow throughout the process. As a music teacher, I have ample experience with students in grades 4-12. I have also prepared students for music school auditions, honors band festivals, and other festivals such as the Macy's Day Parade Great American Marching Band. I like to have fun and making music fun is a passion of mine. I want every student to feel like they accomplished something after every lesson!
For young students or beginners, I start with a lesson book such as Essential Elements or Accent on Achievement. Each of these methods series have multiple books that the student can progress through. Once they have reached a certain level of understanding, I will sprinkle in songs that they know and enjoy, such as Disney songs, pop songs, etc. For high school students, I start with famous repertoire for their instrument or more advanced pieces they are interested in. Since they already have the basics and fundamentals, methods books aren't necessary.
I believe in teaching time management from the start. I will start with a small weekly practice goal, and as the students progress, that goal will increase. Another part of time management is not over- assigning music to practice. At first, I expect the student to practice 2-3 small songs. As they become more confident and comfortable, I will assign 3-4 songs, and so on. Every week should have goals that are achievable and make the student feel accomplished. I never want my students to feel discouraged because the goals are unachievable. It is always better to start slow than start too quickly and ruin their chances of loving music.
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