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Imagine this...you are a College Freshman Majoring in Teaching Piano and Voice. You have students that you are teaching beginning piano on Saturday mornings. You have been teaching the same students since you were a Junior in High School. You take the bus home from college on the weekends, and your father meets you at the bus station. You teach your students, and Dad gets you back to the bus station so you can catch the bus back to campus. I did this for four years. After graduation, in addition to teaching private lessons, I taught Public School Music for 25 years before retiring in order to help my husband run our business.
Today, I have a special place in my heart for beginning piano students. I treat adult students more like a friend and child students more like my grandchildren than a strict classical instructor would. I have eliminated the pressure to learn wherever possible. From the first day, my students learn to read basic music. The lessons I create are customized based on my student's interests, strengths, and ability to learn. Each student is unique. Whether they are adults working around their work schedule, gifted or special needs, each student gets my full attention. I get great joy from seeing my students' faces light up when they accomplish a piece of music.
Intermediate-level students hold a special challenge for me. Many times, they come to me having developed bad habits or missing important musical information that could make them a better pianist. I see my role as filling the gaps that they are missing and taking them further from there.
My students come, and they stay with me - some for many years. We should get acquainted if this is the type of experience you want. I would love to be your gateway to the enriched musical experience.
Please note that my Saturday and Sunday hours are for make-up lessons only.
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William C.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
For adult students, I use either Alfred's Adult Series, John Thompson, or Michael Aaron's books; I also will include beginner Jazz books, or beginner classical books, etc., dependent upon your interests and ability. I try to make the lessons fun for all.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a college graduate from the New Jersey State University at Jersey City. Music Major: Piano and Voice major and Instrumental Minor.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Half-hour lessons are $50.00
45 Minute Lessons are $55.00
60 Minute Lessons are $60.00
How did you get started teaching?
I Started playing piano when I was 7 years old. By my Jr. year of High School I new I wanted to be a Music Teacher and so I began teaching Private piano lessons. I continued teaching through college and after as well.
What types of students have you worked with?
I primarily work with young adult students. I prefer beginner students.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I teach from my home and online through the internet and Zoom.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure the teacher has a love of music.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Do they have a love of music?
Are they willing to put in the time to practice?
How much practice time is the teacher expecting them to do?
Do they need to have a keyboard or a piano?
What should they look for in a keyboard?
What time slots does the teacher ha available, and will it coincide with your child's schedule?