Nijole M
5.0
(3)
Instruments: Piano
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Musical Theater, Spirituals
5.0
(3)
Nijole M
5.0
(3)
Instruments: Piano
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Musical Theater, Spirituals
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
My Studio
Ages Taught: 6-68
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
BA from Lithuanian State Conservatory.
Overview:
I am classically trained piano and voice instructor with more than 30 years of international teaching and performing experience. I have a degree from the Lithuanian State Conservatory and utilize both classical European and contemporary American styles in her teaching practice. I believe that to teach is to touch a student's life forever. For many years me and my late husband were volunteers for PBS, the Orpheum Theater, and the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Arizona opera.
I have been a member of the esteemed USAL and Arizona State University chorus and continue to volunteer for the Phoenix symphony and Arizona Opera. Love to perform solo as well as with my students or the local retirement communities, private venues, and am a member of Phoenix piano club.
My teaching practice includes piano and theory lessons for ages 6 and up. I also work as an accompanist at the church and an entertainer at the parties and social events.
EXPERIENCE
After teaching for over 35 years in Europe and USA, now I work only part time. I encourage my students to practice daily and play duets with me and their family members.
METHODS USED
I teach how to read music and mainly use Faber & Faber method for both children and adults.
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Faber and Faber primer level. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce scales and solo repertoire. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level.
Love playing duets with all my students.
LESSON STYLE
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs..
Prefer combination of classical European and contemporary American styles. I teach note reading - how to teach yourself. Music theory and ear training are included.
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