Music Lessons West

Instruments: Clarinet, Music

Each student has a unique voice to contribute to the world of music. As a teacher, I instill in my students a deeper love and understanding of music and the clarinet, guide them toward the achievement of their aspirations, and aid them in the discovery of their own distinctive voice through the development of confident self-directed learning, critical thinking, and healthy performance practices. I typically start beginning students with the Voxman Elementary Method book, supplementing these exercises with additional work on scales and fundamentals. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music

A music student should be able to practice and perform as though no one is watching, and that it is simply the spontaneous expression of the soul! For this, I have to curate material and instruction so that it is authentic and engaging to the student - this is what unlocks the truest connection to musicianship. I believe that high-level training is the diligent pursuit of quality and detail - and that talent is simply how one approaches ANY new material. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Music, Keyboard

I am a professional musician who has been gracing the stages, classrooms, and homes of the San Francisco Bay Are for almost 20 years. I absolutely love music and the benefits it can bring to our lives. Whether I am on a stage bringing joy and good times to an audience or sitting one on one with a student helping them understand a tough musical concept, I bring the same passion and knowledge to the table. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Cello, Trombone, Music, Keyboard

I utilizes Australia's Aboriginal 8 Ways Pedagogy in lessons: story sharing, non-linear (no one learns the same thing at the same place), non-verbal (hands-on), land links (take it outside), deconstruct/reconstruct (look at overall concept before breaking it into steps), symbols images, learning maps (written or draw connections showing what you have learned and what you struggle with), and community links (sharing music with others). Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music, Keyboard

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching private lessons almost 20 years ago, and have been consistently teaching students in my home studio, several Piano Academies, and students' homes. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument. I've also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the piano and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More