Piano Teachers Ellen Nordlof - Northwoods Piano Studio

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Northwoods Piano Studio
Ellen Nordlof


Piano Teacher Haymarket, Virginia

Call 703-332-9778

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Welcome to Northwoods Piano, located in Haymarket, Virginia. I am a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music(NCTM) in Piano offering lessons to students in Haymarket, Gainesville, Bristow, Warrenton, Centreville, Fairfax and Chantilly areas of Virginia. Students age 8 and older who are interested in piano and willing to make the necessary effort are welcome. A strong sense of commitment is expected and improvement needs to be evident at each lesson.

Mission
At Northwoods Piano you will find a patient, friendly and supportive environment for students. My goal is to produce competent pianists through a systematic approach to piano instruction. Fundamentals such as sight reading, rhythmic training, technique and interpretation are emphasized. I am deeply committed to maintaining high standards and excellent quality of piano instruction.

About the Lessons

  • Private lessons 30, 45 or 60 minutes in length, depending on age and advancement

  • Beginners: concentration on basic skills of note reading, rhythmic training, and technique through fun and interesting pedagogical music

  • Intermediates: concentration on technical skills, tone, phrasing and increasingly difficult key signatures and rhythm. More challenging music from all four historical periods is explored. A portion of every lesson is devoted to sight reading.

  • Advanced: more complex classical music is studied with emphasis on interpretation, phrasing and tone control. Technical skills are expanded and increasingly difficult key signatures and rhythm are studied. Students are encouraged to listen to recordings and make more independent choices on pedaling and interpretation. A portion of every lesson is devoted to sight reading.

  • Nationally Certified Teacher of Music in Piano (NCTM)

  • Bachelor of Music degree

  • 27 years private piano teaching experience

  • Professional Affiliations: Music Teachers National Association, Virginia Music Teachers Association, Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association

  • NVMTA Adjudicator: Fall Festival, Spring Festival, Bach-Baroque Festival, Concerto Competition

  • Springfield Music Club Adjudicator: Spring Festival, Sonatina Festival, Leestma Scholarship Competition, Mary Smart State Auditions, Composer Competition

  • Springfield Music Club offices held: Vice President, Composer Competition Chairman, Treasurer, Spring Festival Chairman, Publicity Chairman


Contact Info

Phone:  703-332-9778Email:  
Website:  http://www.northwoodspiano.comFacebook:  
Twitter:  Member Since:   2009-09-19
Area

Haymarket, Gainesville, Bristow, Warrenton, Centreville, Fairfax, Chantilly


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Testimonials

Name:  Heather G
Title:  Highly recommended
Testimonial:  Ellen has an innate understanding of how to motivate and encourage children. Each child is different, and she tailors her approach and the lessons themselves to best reach each individual student. Because of this - and the respect with which she treats her students - children respond to her and eagerly work to reach the weekly goals that she sets for them. My son has been in Ellen's studio for five years now, and the progress he's made in piano is a beautiful thing to see, but that's only the tip of the iceberg. He has learned that, with hard work, he can accomplish tasks that at first seem impossible to him. I've watched his self-confidence blossom because of that. In turn, as he's realized that applying himself pays off, I've seen his self-discipline grow, too. Despite having had both of my children in piano for years prior, I didn't see any of these benefits. When Ellen looked at them, though, she saw their potential. She saw what they were able to do right then, but she also saw what they were capable of. She challenged them to work toward that potential rather than be content staying where they were in their skill -- and they rose to the occasion. I can't recommend her or her studio enough. If there's an opening in Ellen's studio for a student, snatch it up. Your child will thank you for it.



Name:  Ajay Kumar
Title:  Wonderful piano teacher
Testimonial:  My two daughters wanted to improve their note reading and rhythm skills, so we decided to start lessons with Ms. Nordlof. She has a very professional program and method of teaching that suits our needs! We have been in Ellen's studio for 7 years and are very pleased with the kids' progress. She is kind, patient and knowledgeable and we have had such a wonderful experience with her. My wife and I will definitely recommend her to anyone who is seriously interested in learning how to play the piano.



Name:  Bern Gonzales
Title:  Certified piano teacher
Testimonial:  My children have been students of Ellen Nordlof for 3 years now and I have seen their piano skills develop tremendously. Ms. Ellen is a Certified piano teacher and she is professional and organized in her class. She works with children very well. My children love playing the piano and I know that having the best piano teacher is a big factor in that. They love her.



Name:  SooJung Kim
Title:  A great experience
Testimonial:  It has been years since my two daughters took piano lessons from Ms. Nordlof, but her exceptional teaching is still fresh in my mind. Ms. Nordlof was different from other music teachers that we had known, from the outset. She informed us of her expectations. If the students are young, as was the case for my younger one, then the parents are expected to attend the lessons and supervise the practices at home as well. For busy parents that we all are, it requires a level of commitment, and it is well worth your time. I recall Ms. Nordlof's teaching to be kind, individualized, thorough and step by step. She was firm yet gentle and clearly explained how to approach each piece as well as how to play it. I also remember how patient and encouraging she was as my daughters learned new skills or pieces, or fixed old bad habits. She provided specific feedback and timely incentives to the girls at weekly lessons. Subsequently, my daughters learned to play the piano well and developed wonderful musicianship too. Seeing the girls develop over the years, I was amazed by what a superb teacher Ms. Nordlof was and by how dedicated she was to her students.