Piano Lessons Pennsylvania

Instruments: Piano, Organ

I've taught public school elementary band for 30 years, have been a church organist for 70 years, and taught piano and organ for 57 years. I accompanied church and school choirs and orchestra through high school and on into college and then directed such groups; so I know what skills are needed to perform and what it feels like to be put in such a position. Since I've been teaching so long, I can anticipate where in the assignment, the student is likely to be challenged. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin

I love seeing students really getting into their lessons. The excitement and seeing the light bulb go off when they finally get it and are able to put all parts together. I wouldn't treat my students all the same as I know that some students learn at their own pace. At the initial lesson, we will work on goals and identifying the level that the student is at. From there, we would be able to build a lesson and find different music that interests the students. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Organ, Keyboard

As I mentioned before, I evaluate each student’s starting ability and talent and devise a starting point accordingly.  I strive to motivate and inspire each student so that they begin to love the music they play and understand it well.  I teach each student based on his/her ability and potential and see that they make progress at their own pace.  I encourage progress and results as well as enjoyment of practicing and playing music.  I emphasize techniques and every musical ingredient necessary to achieve a superior, artistic level of playing. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Music, Keyboard

Students will not continue studying, practicing, and performing if they don't enjoy the lesson experience and relationship with their teacher. Learning happens most meaningfully and rapidly (not to mention is sustained) when students connect with their teacher, and that most easily occurs when teachers are in tune with their students' interests and goals. As a former music student who sometimes had very little input in what I learned on certain instruments, I remember the boredom and sometimes dread on the lesson day! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

He has had the honor of performing with renowned orchestras, including the Philadelphia Orchestra under the baton of Yannick Nzet-Sguin, the Berlin Orchestra with Sir Simon Rattle at Carnegie Hall in New York City, and the New York Philharmonic with Alan Gilbert. Michael's operatic repertoire is broad, encompassing works from classical giants like Mozart, Verdi, and Puccini to more contemporary pieces. His ability to convey both the technical and emotional complexity of his roles has made him a sought-after artist in the opera world. Read More