Piano Lessons West

Instruments: Piano, Keyboard

With beginners, I like to use the James Bastien books because they cover all the basics and progress in a very intuitive way. For intermediate or advanced players, I'll typically start with what they're currently working on and maybe recommend other material if I think there's something else that would be a better fit. My main goal is to pass on what my wonderful piano teacher taught me-- including feedback that you can't just obtain from YouTube videos that will take your music to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute

In my 30 years of teaching experience, and being exposed to many methods, I chose to mix and match them to each student's ability and disposition. Each student is different with variety of expectations, abilities and interests, so as I get to know them, I try to best cater to their needs and find ways for them to learn while growing and improving on every level, not just musically. Engaging students in variety of ways of learning (visual, auditory, etc), I also care of their personal stories, which I find brings great connection and makes learning much more fun for my students as they feel heard. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Keyboard

Growing up, I always had the "teacher gene:" I was the little kid teaching all the other kids everything I knew. Tutoring came naturally, of course, and when I graduated high school, I gave after-class lessons at a school in all sorts of subjects. When I was in college, I started teaching voice and music theory in a volunteer program that helps high-school students from underserved communities. After taking a few vocal pedagogy and music education classes, I started taking on my own private students. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

My initial method is assessing a student's abilities, and figuring out which approach is best for them. Every student is different, both from an ability standpoint and from their personality. I tailor my lessons for each student based on these factors. Music fundamentals are important, but so is having fun. For me, having fun is as important as learning to play. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trombone, Bass Guitar, Euphonium, Tuba

I emphasize the areas of music that are most relevant to your successful practice and performance. My students reach their maximum potential quickly and with confidence. With my expertise and your dedication, we'll have fun and you'll come away from each lesson with something new to work on. For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. Read More