Mark Richins Music

The first initial meeting is free. At this meeting we can get to know each other, your musical background, your goals, and work out details.

I have a music degree from Brigham Young University - Idaho and am currently working towards a masters degree in music therapy at Illinois State University. I am active in the Music Teacher's National Association (MTNA) and am pending certification. I have been trained in the Taubman technique, an injury preventative approach, and teach principles of it to my students.

I charge a monthly fee due at the beginning of the month. The prices are based on a 4 week month, so 5 week months are a bonus for you.

I've been playing piano since I was 11. Honestly, my brother started lessons and I got jealous. I learned the basics from a family friend and continued practicing music I really enjoyed. Now, more than 10 years later I'm teaching, writing music and performing.

I've worked with all age groups and levels. I've taught kids, teens and adults. I've started from scratch teaching people who think they know nothing about music all the way to advanced students who have entered into competitions.

I will always remember my college music training with fondness. I literally spent 2 to 4 hours each day practicing, sometimes more. My priorities have shifted now that I'm pursuing music therapy, but that period of time revolutionized my musical skills and required a level of discipline I will never forget.

You get what you pay for. Look into their credentials and who their own music influences came from. You can take music lessons from anyone, but make sure to do your homework.

How much time are you willing to commit each day to practicing? Even doing 10 or 15 minutes a day can make a huge difference for beginners. If you can't devote consistent times each week to practicing you may want to reconsider your priorities and if music is really something you want to devote real time to.