Voice Lessons in Jefferson, OR

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Double Bass

Everybody develops at their own pace. This makes the journaling process even more important. I ask to keep track ofwhat you worked on, how it felt, how much time you spent on each subject, questions or interests it brought up, and goals you wish to strive for. This is a routine that I've found very helpfull for musicians of all ages and expeience levels. There are few things more satisfying than acheiving a goal you've reached and being recognized for it, this is a goal that I strive to complete with each and every student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

For beginning students within the elementary age who are interested in voice lessons, I usually focus on learning notes,rhythms,a few basic piano skills, and breathing. I will also focus on singing favorite songs and telling the story of each song. For older students, singing technique and song interpretation are what I like to focus on. I try to give my students songs that are challenging, fun, and that work with their personalities. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone Keyboard

When considering texts and books for students, I believe that Hal Leonard texts are a standard and acceptable form of teaching. For students who may have personalized needs, there are accompanying tools that can be of use, and I try to use those as necessary. Beginning with any student at any level, I first try to engage with them on a purely audio level. By interacting with their instrument from a simply aural perspective, I can get a sense of how they respond to sound; for example, how they attempt to find patterns on a keyboard, or how responsive they are to consonance against dissonance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Being an independent artist myself and having to wear many different hats, I understand the importance of curiosity and versatility. I approach every student differently as each student is a different person with a different background who holds their own unique interests and mode of learning. I don't see any reason why a student shouldn't be refining their songwriting chops while also brushing up on classical piano skills or why a jazz trumpet student shouldn't feel empowered to learn the art of recording and producing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

06/1990 Music Theory teacher and choir director Bacolod City High School - Philippines 06/1991 Music theory teacher and piano teacher-Jinalinan Adventist Academy-Philippines 10/1993 Piano teacher and choir director for Elementary student-Irvington Oregon OTHER EXPERIENCES Work as an Assistant Kindergarten teacher in Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pianist and organist in seventh-day Adventist church Read More