About
I love playing and I also love teaching. When I asked a college professor if he thought I should teach piano, his response was an enthusiastic--Yes!! I have taught music for 20+ years, and just piano for about the last 10 years. I have taught from young elementary school through retired age groups, and all in between. The foundational phase (beginners--young and older alike!) is my first choice, but I also teach on the intermediate level. :)
While I need the music to be played for me as written, I also encourage creativity, and am delighted when I have a student that comes up with something they've interpreted differently than what's written on the page.
I enjoy seeing my students work and feel the satisfaction from success in their efforts. I enjoy hearing improvement and refinement when my students work on and conquer the rough spots in their music. I enjoy meeting new people. I just love being part of music, and seeing that love grow in my students.
Highlights
Photos and videos
Reviews
Kathy V.
Frances R.
Michelle W.
Heather B.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to check where you are in your understanding of music material--has there been previous exposure? If there's been no exposure, that is no problem at all-- we know just where to start now! If there has been previous lessons or exposure, I start where you are solid and work from there. A student who is completely new to music would start from the beginning for building the very best foundation.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $15 for a 30 minute lesson.
How did you get started teaching?
I had been teaching music in an elementary school, but I also played piano regularly on a campus where I lived and worked. At one point I asked the piano teacher if he recommended that I teach piano, and he was enthusicastic about the idea. So I began, and have never looked back!
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with preschool, elementary, teenagers, middle aged, and retired. A word about retired folks--if you want to take piano, it is not too late--do it. It's good for your brain, and I believe you'll have a lot of fun! It's a win win.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Interview before the first lesson. Get a feel for the person you are trusting to teach you, or your child. If the vibes are not good, no problem, there is another teacher to choose from that will fit you and how you learn. If the vibes are good, you've overcome a little nervous hurdle that could've taken a lesson to overcome.