Teaching private piano lessons for beginner to intermediate levels, from ages 6 to adult. Voice lessons from ages 11 to adult. Lessons are conducted onsite in my personal music studio. Skype Lessons are also available.
The goals of my studio are to provide a fun and musical environment to motivate the student to become the best musician they can be. Whether the goal is to learn the basic concepts of music theory, playing or singing for your own enjoyment, developing performance technique, public speaking, preparing for a music career through the college process, or generally feeling more confident - our time together will be spent developing these traits. I tailor my lessons to each student's goals.
Some of the things we use in the studio to heighten the learning experience is technology. Students will have the opportunity to use such pedagogical programs as Home Concert Xtreme, SmartMusic, and Classroom Maestro to help develop musicality. Areas of focus: sightreading, transposition, scales & chord structure, harmonization, and creative composition. I relate these ideas in a non-stress yet motivating climate. In addition to musical skills, my "keys" to success are communication and fun!
Recitals are conducted twice a year, as well as, participating in various Festivals, hosted by the local Texas Music Teachers Association and Texas Federation of Music Clubs. Participation is not mandatory, but allows the student to perform in a variety of environments.
Looking forward to working with you!
Education:
Bachelor of Arts – Voice, University of Houston
Affiliations:
Music Teachers National Association
Austin District Music Teachers Association
Bay Area Music Teachers Association
Wednesday Morning Music Club (Nat'l Federation of Music Clubs-Austin)
Gulf Coast Music Association (Nat'l Federation of Music Clubs-Bay Area) (President 2011- 2015)
National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)
Choir Director, St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church - 1998 to present
Festivals students may participate in:
Jazz/Pop Festival - in the Fall
State Theory Test (student affiliate members only) - in the Fall and Spring
Contemporary/Baroque Repertoire Festival - alternates in early spring
Gold Cup Festival - typically first Saturday in March
Romantic/Sonatina Repertoire Festival - alternates in late spring
Musicianship Repertoire Festival - late spring
Additionally, I hold two recitals a year, in December, and late spring.
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