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Instruments: Voice
I begin with an assessment of the student that starts with the student explaining to me his or her background and personal goals/reasons for taking voice lessons. From there, I take the student through simple exercises where assess the students ability in the fundamentals of, postural alignment, breath support, resonance, articulation, and vowel constancy. Based on the students' ability I devise a regimen of vocal exercises designed to strengthen areas of weakness. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba
For my advanced students (18+), depending on how advanced they are, I start them in the "First Book of _______ Solos" series. This series covers singing in English as well as several other languages and provides a good foundation for singing. Anything else I do with the student is on an individual basis. For younger brass students (10-14) I would teach out of the Standard of Excellence Books unless they are more advanced where I would start them in the Arbans Book, Robert Getchell Book, and/or Schlossberg Book. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums
It is hard to explain about teaching method for voice lesson because the voice is not visible. When I was studying a doctoral program I studied hard about vocal pedagogy. Generally, voice teachers abstractly tend to teach their students. So, I have been emphasizing how to know their body mechanism first before letting them sing. Actually, when we sing many muscles work together but they do not know which muscle works. Read More
Instruments: Voice Trumpet
For beginner trumpeters, I typically start with Hal Leonards Essential Elements and then slowly transition into solo repertoire that suits their skill set as they make it into the intermediate level. As advanced players, we will focus on refining skills with drill books as well as work on standards in solo repertoire. For my vocal students, we will always work on range and flexibility exercises as well as vocal repertoire from multiple genres that suit the skill level of the singer. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Music
I am a voice teacher who teaches from a holistic approach! So I take into consideration all of the elements that impact vocal health & performance. I offer virtual zoom lessons and also virtual studio session coaching. I make my lesson plans customizable to the client and what they are specifically looking to learn or achieve. Some students are beginners looking to learn correct placement & expand their range while others are seasoned recording artists working on perfecting new music to record & perform. Read More
Instruments: Voice Saxophone Clarinet
I am a passionate and versatile instructor with a background in multiple musical styles. As a saxophonist and woodwind doubler, I have performer in major pit orchestras throughout the region, backed international artists including Denver and the Mile High Orchestra, Gary Smulyn, Gordon Goodwin and Wayne Bergeron. Vocally I have performed with organizations including the MN Opera, Children's Theatre Company, History Theatre, Illusion Theatre and as a touring cabaret and theatre singer. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Accordion Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass French Horn Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon English Horn Conga Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My teaching style is based on each student's needs. Some students like to learn at a fast pace and others like to go slower. I listen carefully and ask questions, basing instruction on what creates success. My approach is to make learning fun. I bring markers and stickers and other visual aids to create a unique learning process. I like to use games and sayings to help remember things, many of which I've developed over the years. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Discipline is the key to practicing effectively. In order to make good headway towards a goal, it is important to set an amount of time every day that this can be achieved. From there, it is important to set up an "exercise plan" within that time limit to be able to execute what you are working on. The ability to adjust your plan as time goes on based on life events or learning something new is also important. If you want to practice effectively you need to keep an open mind and be flexible. Focus on what you can do today while keeping short term and long term goals in the back of your mind but during the "exercise" it is important to stay present.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Your child is ready to start lessons if they seem to have an inclination towards music or musical instruments. I would say that if you notice that your child seems to gravitate towards different aspects of music then it is probably time to think about possibly getting your child involved in playing an instrument or singing. Whether that be different instruments, singing songs regularly, making improvised music with voice or objects around the house or simply just wanting to play a bunch of notes on a piano because they enjoy the sound it makes.
When will I start to see results?
If discipline is maintained, you will see results weekly. Sometimes results can even be seen on a daily basis depending on what is being worked on. The most important thing to keep in mind, however, is that music is a lifelong pursuit and that no "end goal" within the craft really exists. Instant gratification is not something that should be taken into account when playing an instrument. The process of playing an instrument is similar to any skill-based craft, you do it because you love it (through the good times and the bad times) and the rewards you reap will last throughout your lifetime.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I had a classical guitar teacher inspire me by showing me that success in the style is possible by making calculated steps towards your goals and establishing a good routine. Prior to playing classical music, I was self-taught and always pushed towards the goals I wanted to achieve but society taught me at a young age that playing classical music was that for the gifted. My classical teacher taught me that society is wrong and that success in playing in a classical style is for the people who persevere and challenge adversity. The military gave me the discipline and the ability to self-motivate during times of hardship and life taught me that sometimes your routine needs to be adjusted. All of these experiences in my life together taught me that as long as you keep realistic goals in your sights anything is possible.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I choose to play guitar because I love the challenge of it. I love the beautiful music that can be created from just a guitar by itself. I love the versatility of the instrument and the idea that you can play pretty much any style on it. I love the craftsmanship that goes into building a high-quality guitar. I love how much fun it is to play guitar either by yourself or with your friends. The guitar can be played by anyone from a complete novice learning open chords, chugging power chords to a seasoned soloist or a person overcoming a disability using open tunings.
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