Art And/or Instrumental Music Lessons
About
Professional music educator and instrumental musician
Connecticut and New York state certified music educator, Experience teaching PK-12 art and music for over 5 years
Clarinetist, Violinist, proficient in woodwinds, strings, percussion, and brass.
Self-taught artist using a variety of mediums - ranging from sewing and costume design to drawing, illustration, painting, and woodworking
Pyrography/woodburning artist and business owner for over 6 years, featured on nerdist.com and at Nerdcon2017
Learning an instrument or a new art form is not easy. Sometimes it is intimidating, even frustrating. But it is wildly rewarding. Learning music taught me how to live with a growth mindset, prioritizing perseverance and patience over long-term goals. Teaching myself how to create art taught me flexibility and creative problem-solving. I strongly believe that anyone can make music or art. Sometimes, one just needs a bit of guidance.
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Frequently asked questions
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Connecticut Provisional Educator Certificate, PK-12 music
3 years experience teaching PK-8 art and general music
10+ years experience teaching instrumental music
What types of students have you worked with?
I've taught student between the ages of 2-62 from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experience levels.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure the teacher is receptive to your personal goals. If you just want to learn how to jam with your friends, then it isn't as much of a priority for you to be able to read and perform a Mozart Concerto. You may need to start with basic technique and pedagogy before you can get to that point, but a caring and supportive teacher will listen to your heart instead of drilling what is the "right" way to learn.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
While it is always good to have a long-term performance or art goal in mind, you also need to focus on the present. Consider adapting a growth mindset. Acknowledge your technical skill level at the moment. Consider the skill set needed to achieve your goal. Then, with your teacher, you can create a learning plan to help you meet said goals over time. Instead of saying "I can't," allow yourself to say "I can't... YET!"