Piano Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano

My teaching experience began when I was a freshman in college, and has converted to a full time position a few months after graduation. I also compose soundtracks and art mediums for local artists in Denver, Colorado, and have been fervently composing new forms of artistic expression inspired off teaching new students in Colorado. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin

Good practicing habits and proper technique are key. Fundamentals are important for the creating of greater skill potential. In the beginning, I do focus on form as well as producing a good tone out of the violin. Piano is similar with form. I believe the skills used in learning music can be used in learning other skills in life. My goal is not to just make a great musicians, but rather to encourage others in their endeavors and to teach a method of practice and learning that can be used in other areas in life. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I always explore different methods that might fit the age and personality of the student but for keyboard lessons I have found success with the Alfred Piano Method. Instrumental lessons usually follow the method book that is selected by their school band director. Beyond that I have a large library of supplementary music to expand the students interest with new styles and composers.I'm very flexible with the method books and after I get to know the student I can select a method that would work the best for instruction. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar

2006 ~ 2012 Music Teacher K-12Instituto Modelo de Enseanza Individualizada (IMEI), Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico Taught Special Education students the basics of drumming, theory and sight, bells ensemble and rhythm reading Directed IMEI Bells Ensemble with 5th and 6th grade students Director of special school events and activities Created music curriculum for K-12th grade students Organized elective course schedules for 7th-12th grade students 2010 ~ 2012 Music TeacherThe Music Store, San Juan, Puerto Rico Provided private and individualized musical instruction with the following instruments: Guitar, bass and drums 2011 Music TeacherVidalegre Summer Camp, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico Provided private individual musical instruction with the following instruments: Guitar, bass and drums Provide music therapy sessions for student population with Down Syndrome and Muscular Dystrophy Directed bells ensemble 2010 Band TeacherThe Music Store Rock n Roll Summer Camp, San Juan, Puerto Rico Taught and directed a rock band for a summer program 2005 ~ 2007 Private Music TeacherCentro Guitarras, San Juan, Puerto Rico Provided private and individualized musical instructions on playing the following instruments: Guitar, bass and drums Taught students the theory of music Provided information on instruments to clients and sold musical instruments 2004 ~ 2005 Private Music TeacherFebus Institute, Naranjoto, Puerto Rico Taught students the theory of music and how to play the guitar 1999 ~ 2005 Independent Sound EngineerRecording and Live Sound, Puerto Rico Worked with computer recording systems such as Sonar, Digital Performance, Nuendo, Reason and Finale Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

Throughout my 20+ years as a music instructor, I have found that a friendly, encouraging approach resonates well with students. I individualize each student's instruction to best serve the goal of positive results through creative music- making. I graduated in 1980 with a Piano Performance degree from Fort Lewis College, Durango, Co., with a minor in music education. My performance experience includes playing for weddings, churches, accompanying other musicians, and playing and singingin jazz and Celtic bands. Read More