Piano Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Keyboard

I approach piano and violin instruction from a foundational, constructive perspective, combined with building rapport and reciprocal clarifying communications. Essentially this means that the student and I interact to build understanding by using the familiar to grasp the unfamiliar. An example is: When teaching hand position, I use the natural position the student already has when the hand is relaxed to build the hand playing position. The student is encouraged to ask questions, to feel free to make mistakes in order to take the risks necessary for true understanding and growth, and to engage in productive discussion leading to personal clarity with regard to their playing. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

I had always wanted to be a high school music teacher and I did that for 5 years right after college. However I quickly realized that having a family in addition would create too much of a strain for me and I decided to do church music for several years while my kids were young. Then, I began teaching music at the elementary and preschool levels. From there, I realized that one-on-one is where I feel I have the greatest impact on inspiring a lifelong love of music and gives me the greatest joy in watching students reach their goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Organ

Since teaching my first piano lessons 10 years ago I realize that, as a teacher, you never stop learning. There can always be better ways to do things. I believe that a holistic view of teaching provides a full spectrum of knowledge to my students; this includes theory, improvisation, and popular tunes (in addition to sight reading and technique). I try to increase motivation to play the piano by asking them what their favorite songs are and then finding a way to arrange them to their level. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I'm very patient, understanding, and organized in my life. I am self-motivated to do self contracting with students, families, groups, etc. I have many years of education in teaching regular education to special education. I like to do many arts, crafts, music, reading, entertainment, and upifting activities regularly. I have organized individual sheets for each student or client that I work with. I have worked 1 on 1, with small groups, and with classroom settings for many years. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin

Having fun is the most important thing in my studio! This is achieved through setting and attaining specific goals and keeping a student engaged with the decision making process of what they want to play. It takes a couple of lessons for me to get to know how the student learns but once I do, I will adapt my teaching style to how a student learns best while still encouraging them to learn in different and new ways. Read More