Piano Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano

In the Suzuki program, the parent provides the proper home environment so that the child will succeed. Traditional Methodology is most effective with children aged 8-18. Children in this age range are ready to read notation, so this skill is taught from the beginning. The pupil is taught to identify the notes on the staff and keyboard, to recognize rhythmic structures, basic theory concepts such as key signatures, scales, chords, and forms, and the meanings of musical terms and signs. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola

Goals are an essential part of teaching. Students need something to work toward and I want those goals to be realistic and motivate the student to work towards them. Having a basic outline of a lesson plan is important and so is the flexibility to adjust it to fit the individual needs of the student. My goal is not to have the best playing students, but to have students with the most growth in their own abilities. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Recorder, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

To me there is nothing is more satisfying than seeing my students develop a passion for music! While playing music itself is quite enjoyable, it is absolutely essential that each student progresses at their own pace. Before jumping into playing, I like to test the skills of my students to see where they are in their musical development. We take time to go over fundamentals of their respective instruments, ear training, and sight reading. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music

I have been teaching for 20 years, with my own business for 10 years. My teaching style is very student centered. This allows me to focus on their unique abilities and interests while building a solid musical foundation. Individualized teaching is my passion. I adapt my teaching style to each students' learning style and then teach them how to express themselves individually through music. I still use traditional methods to build good technique and practice habits, but allow my students to bring their own interests' into our lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

I have been teaching private lessons for 7 years. As a masters student at UCLA I taught several students as part of my vocal pedagogy class. Since then I've enjoyed my private lessons while incorporating Spanish language tutoring as well. Read More