About
I have Bachelor of Science and Master’s degrees in music from Towson State University (MD) and Southern Methodist University (TX). I am successful with all ages, a patient and encouraging teacher. Because I am semi-retired, I have a flexible schedule.
I love meeting my students where they are and encouraging them as they systematically and creatively work towards their performance and musicianship goals.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Assessing where they are in their music education journey and their goals helps me to choose a path forward. Usually, with piano beginners I use the Faber Piano adventures series, which is a methodical progression teaching sight reading, musical expressiveness and performance, as well as technique, and theory. I like to make it a satisfying and fun lesson in which they experience all styles of music. For a vocalist, I focus on healthy singing techniques through vocal warmups and studies, and songs (all styles, as desired). With music theory, I can take a person through all aspects of music, writing, reading, counting, improvisation etc.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BS sin Music Education form Towson state University
Master of Sacred Music, Southern Methodist University, Meadows School of Music
Over 30 years of music teaching - private lessons, singing and handbell choirs, groups
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$30 for a half-hour lesson, weekly.
Students are expected to rehearse at least 30 minutes daily.
What types of students have you worked with?
Children, youth, adults