About
I love teaching young people I teach students as young as 4 years and up. I have 26 years of successful teaching experience. I prefer to start students using Suzuki philosophy, though I feel everyone can benefit from high quality pedagogy. Children and their families have a comprehensive and rewarding, as well as fun, experience of music in my studio.
I love sharing each child's growth and success as they experience playing piano. I love working with both children and their parents exploring learning through the Suzuki philosophy of every child can learn to play music beautifully.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1. Short interview with parent and student
2. Watch 1 lesson of a current student at similar age and level if possible
3. Begin with basic keyboard topography, rhythm, musicality
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Music, With Distinction, University of Michigan
Master of Music, Wayne State University
Suzuki Registered Teacher
Suzuki Teacher Trainer
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My pricing is based on the length of each individual lesson plus weekly or monthly group class. Tuition is paid on a monthly basis September through June. Summer lessons are charged per lesson.
How did you get started teaching?
I have been teaching privately prior to beginning University of Michigan. I started my Suzuki teaching at Preucil School of Music in Iowa City, Iowa in 1991. Since 1993, I have been teaching independently from my home.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students ages 3-93. In addition to my home teaching, I am part-time faculty at Wayne State University. I teach students of many backgrounds, aspirations and socio-economic status. I currently have 2 students on the autism spectrum, and have also worked with several ADHD students.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
A 7 year old student who has been struggling with a technical challenge in a new piece just got it!! He was so excited and could see that the work he did made a difference. This is my favorite teaching moment, when someone has persevered and achieved a breakthrough with a piece or practice spot that they didn't believe they could master.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Watch one or two lessons of whatever teacher you are thinking of hiring. You get to see how they really work with a student, how they interact during a lesson, their pacing, their strategies for presenting material. Your child can also safely observe the teacher without having to directly interact.
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