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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Voice lessons in Sunnyvale . 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 Guitar Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I typically perform an assessment with every individual during the first lesson. Depending on goals, I will recommend curriculum to achieve the desired results. If a classical approach is desired, I use the Alfred's Basic Piano series and the Hal Leonard method for guitar, along with scale and chord theory literature depending on the level of the student. I also teach jazz/pop accompaniment style improv playing so I print music out from various sources. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Ukulele Music Keyboard
I've had the wonderful opportunity to build my private studio while simultaneously teaching with larger studios and music nonprofits. It has helped me grow immensely to learn from professional teachers, seasoned team-leaders, fellow-musicians, and the CEOs of the companies. Over the years, I've been able to glean the best practices from the top professionals in my field. I’ve work with children on the autism spectrum, stroke survivors, Alzheimer’s patients, people who went on to earn degrees in music, young children, teenagers, adult learners, and Seniors. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I am an Artist who loves to see his students succeed. I have a strong passion for music, and utilize that passion and the skills I've developed throughout my career to cultivate students into fellow Artists. My primary goal as a teacher is to tap into the potential artistry of the students. For that reason, I am not as focused on the technical skills, as I am about spotlighting the inspiration that will facilitate the student to embody the Artist with original expression and purpose in their art form. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Clarinet
My name is Lauren and I am a voice and piano instructor who has the goal of not only improving your voice or piano skill, but also improving your confidence and presence on stage. My love of music dates back to my early childhood and it has been a dream come true getting to share it with budding musicians both young and old. I have had the opportunity to work with some extraordinary musicians in my career and have come to understand the importance of not only teaching solos but also coming together as a team. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
For beginning students I start with breathing. I ask the student if there's anything they're interested in learning and by the third lesson have chosen something for them to sing. In an hour long lesson there is typically a half hour warm up to introduce new concepts and reinforce old ones. The second half is spent working on music and utilizing the concepts we have just discussed. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice
I like to teach lessons that move step-by-step, with each lesson building on the one before, so that the student can see the improvement as they move ahead. If they are children beginners, they can begin with simple chords, a strum and a C scale. Over time more chords, fuller strumming rhythms and understanding how chords come from scales is introduced. With more advanced players, depending on the style that they want to play, they can learn more advanced chords and progressions, licks and fills, and creating intros and endings and generally sculpting the songs. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
My method is to incorporate proper technique and fingering, and though reading music is important, i also put emphasis on hearing what your playing and also understanding it theoretically. This way students will be well-rounded and be able to understand what they are playing from an audio and theoretical stance, rather than just being told what to play by the notes on the sheet music. What this does is it allows the student to become independent so that they don't have to rely on music and a teacher to be able to play or pick-up songs they desire to play. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
Ha.. Well, I think I was about 12 when my mom asked me what I wanted to do when I grew up. My answer was "I want to play guitar!". The first time I saw a band performing at a small rock club when I was 15 that feeling was fully solidified and it hasn't changed to this day.
It's been a long road of very hard work and compromise, but I wound't change a thing. I now travel the world playing my songs for others and get to meet kids as well as adults who are getting inspired by my performance, the way I was when I was 15. It's truly satisfying and fulfilling for me.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I had a childhood friend, who's dad had guitar laying around. I remember the moment I held it for the first time. It changed my world and I haven't gone back since.
Even though guitar has always felt like me calling, it was really just music as a whole. I loved hearing the different drum beats and directing what was going on in a song. My parents bought me a Casio keyboard when I was 10 and I used to try to figure out my favorite songs using the keyboard.
Guitar was always the most challenging instrument for me, and I think thats why I love it so much. It's a never-ending process of learning for me.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I did! He is a huge reason why I am where I am today.
I still clearly remember my first lesson. I learned how to play a blues progression! I'm sure I wasn't very good, but he made me feel like I could do it. Without being pushy, he adjusted the lessons so I could at least play a part of what we were working on. He would have me bring in a song by an artist that I liked and would transcribe the song with me. Simplifying it so I could play along, all while showing me how it tied into music theory and the technical aspects of the instrument.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
I believe the best way to get the most from your practice is to play along with music that you love or want to learn. If it's scales, play along to a song and just keep up with the tempo. You'll be surprised how much more fun it is than playing along to the click of a metronome.
Transcribing songs is BY FAR one of the best ways to sharpen your skills. It helps develop your ear and is a great way to stay motivated since you can hear your results in real time.
I also suggest recording yourself when possible. It's tough to hear what is actually going on when you're focused on so many aspects of playing an instrument. Recording your practice can help you see what needs work and where you are excelling.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child is showing interest in a particular instrument and they are old enough to physically take on the task, then it may be worth looking into. I've never been an advocate of pushing kids into playing instruments unless they themselves are wanting to play. I also believe, when it comes to guitar, kids under 8 or 9 years of age will have a tough time learning the instrument and it can hinder their interest in the future. Piano is always a good alternative in that situation.
If your child is interested in music, and wants to learn, that should be the right time to start.
When will I start to see results?
Every student is different, but usually you will see results within your first lesson. Of course this will be at a basic level but over your first couple of months you will start to feel comfortable with the instrument and begin to "connect the dots".
I strive to get as much done during the lesson so you feel accomplished and don't feel like you have a bunch homework to do. Practice will always speed up your development but should be something that you WANT to do.
If you are motivated to learn, and have a genuine love for music, great results are inevitable.
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