I am a piano instructor with over 35 years of experience. I consider students I select to study with me as partners who wish to unlock their potential both as a pianist and a musician. Becoming a pianist is the experience of mastering techniques and skills for proper use of an acoustic piano. Becoming a musician is the the cohesion between emotional, relational, cognitive and artistic development applied to the skills of piano playing. I train students to "listen" and adjust to more proper technique in order to address the freedom of expressing how and why any piece can be played or performed with joy. I typically teach advancing studen...

Skip's Music, founded in 1973, is a full-service music store located in Sacramento, California, and its surroundings. Renowned as the best independently owned and operated music shop in the area, Skip's Music goes beyond selling and renting instruments. They offer a wide range of services including sound system design and installation, DJ and recording services, along with private and group lessons. Their Weekend Warriors program, which allows musicians to play together in a rock band format, is highly acclaimed. Customers praise Skip's Music for its friendly and helpful staff.