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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Voice lessons in Minneapolis . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba
My teaching experience started in High School when I would lead groups of my peers in musical exercises. I then had many opportunities to lead individuals or groups in lessons while at school. Professors who have observed me teaching all agree that I have a knack for teaching and getting the student excited about learning the music while also holding them to a high standard of education and seriousness about the subject. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Music
I am very personal in the way I handle my lessons! You come to me and tell me what you are looking to learn or accomplish and I will put together a plan to make that happen. I work with a lot of artists on their original music as well, getting them ready for recording the music or performing live. I also teach from a holistic approach taking into account many different elements that affect vocal health / performance. 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 Voice Music Keyboard
Methods change depending on a student's level. I want a beginner to feel completely comfortable being a beginner. We start with the basics and I adjust material to personal levels of development. If you have previous experience, we will use the first lesson to assess technique and repetorie and advance from there. I am aware of several piano workbooks that take you from beginner to level four, these are not always the best for every student. Read More
Instruments: Voice
For instance, if I'm describing how an "ooh" vowel should feel in the higher part of the voice to an intermediate-advanced person, I might say that there should be an "aftertaste" of "oo" as in the word "book," since we need to modify the vowel a little when we're up there. With a younger or more beginner singer, I would tell them to pretend they are a gorilla and grunt like one, implementing the same "book" idea. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice
I have been working and teaching kids since I was a kid myself. Upon graduating High School, I began attending Saint Paul College with the loose plan of becoming a "Sign Language Interpreter". I took American Sign Language Classes Level 1-4 and Deaf Culture, all of which worked to sharpen my already-clear communication skills. I discovered that becoming an interpreter was not exactly "my calling" and began expanding my degree to study Child Development and work with children. 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.
23 Years
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Cities with Students
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