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Piano Lesson Information

Not every child who takes piano lessons is going to end up as a concert pianist. In fact, an incredibly small percentage of children who take piano lessons even end up in a music-related profession. However, piano is one of the best and most functional instruments that can be enjoyed and proved useful throughout one’s entire life.
I believe that my job as a piano teacher is to instill a strong foundation for my students to continue to have wonderful musical experiences throughout the rest of their lives, whether they become a concert pianist or a mechanical engineer.

The three elements of a strong musical foundation are   ABILITY,   ENJOYMENT,  and   UNDERSTANDING.

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ABILITY

Playing the piano is a skill. I have spent over two decades honing my skills in piano pedagogy. Beyond my music degree, I have spent extensive time in workshops, courses, masterclasses, seminars, focus groups, and researching through everything from podcasts to observing other teachers.

 

In order to properly train and teach students to be masters of this skill, I use all of that knowledge to focus on the following concepts, tailoring to each individual students’ needs:
 

  • Sight reading (note and rhythm reading)

  • Proper technique

  • Ear training & playing musically

  • Theory

  • Performance

  • Ensemble playing (duets)

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ENJOYMENT

I believe in giving my students opportunities to strive for their best and develop a life-long relationship with music. The opportunities I provide help students learn how to set and reach goals, and also take them to a higher level of musicianship. Everyone enjoys something when they achieve accomplishment and mastery.

 

Some of the events that my students participate in include:

 

  • Group lessons

  • Recitals

  • Monster Concerts

  • Festivals

  • Skills Day (Technic and Sight reading)

  • Theory Mastery Day

  • Competitions (optional)

  • Ongoing in-studio incentives

 

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UNDERSTANDING

As a life-long learner and musician myself, I believe that complete understanding is necessary for continuing on to more complicated concepts. I keep close track of my students’ progress. This ensures that we move on to more difficult skills only  once the preceding skills have been mastered.

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Some of the tools I use to enhance learning and check for understanding include:

 

  • Method books 

  • Supplemental repertoire books

  • Theory workbooks and worksheets

  • Technic charts

  • Weekly rhythm activities

  • iPad apps and games

  • Rote pieces

  • Manipulatives and games 

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