Rebecca B
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Folk, Musical Theater, Opera
Rebecca B
Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Folk, Musical Theater, Opera
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 5-80
2018- Marion S. Great Scholarship for Voice and Academics
I am a passionate music educator who believes every person can thrive through music. There is an instrument, style and technique for each learner. My journey in music began at the young age of 3, singing along with the sounds of live guitar and Classic Rock tunes on the radio in my home. Since then I have participated in vocal/choral ensembles for over ten years, and was honored with the opportunity to sing at Carnegie Hall with an ensemble in February of 2020. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education.
I am a state-certified educator. I have private lesson experience, teaching students ages 5 to 45. My primary instrument is voice, and I love to help singers find their confidence through vocal technique and calming excercises. As well as teaching vocal technique, I love to help very young learners began to understand the world of music through aural language building. In addition to voice, I have private teaching experience in beginner piano. I am qualified to teach beginner guitar and ukulele as well. My experience teaching general music in public schools gives me perspective on a variety of learners and repertoire knowledge. I look forward to helping more students of all ages find their passion in music.
Methods vary greatly depending on the age, intention, and preferences of each student. For example, voice lessons for a child ages 6-9 would include basic pitch matching, breath control, and memorization techniques. Voice lessons for an older learner would still require basics such as pitch matching and breath control, but would also allow for more advanced skills such as aural harmonization. Music theory is a method that can be included in voice lessons, and is integrated into piano lessons from the beginning with most learners. Younger pianists start with "Teaching Little Fingers How to Play", and are introduced to piano notes like letters of the musical alphabet. Each student will have a plan tailored to their preferences and goals.
Music is fun! I want each learner to leave lessons feeling successful. Music should be about the progress, not the perfection. This is accomplished through realistic goal setting and personalized lesson content. Learners of all ages, but particularly young musicians, want to learn something they are interested in. I have vast knowledge of music in the media and current trends in the music industry. I am great with technology and finding fun tools to enhance music learning. This allows me to make music learning fun and keep it current for the next generation. My Classical repertoire and knowledge of music theory can help students achieve any of their musical goals.
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