About
You get more than a guitar teacher; you get a music mentor who is deeply invested in every student’s success; both as a musicians and human being. I make myself available between lessons to provide students more time and resources to help ensure their success. Lessons also include a pre- and post-lesson email checking in on progress and to send lesson overviews.
I enjoy on getting to know each student and who they are as a person, their individual goals, abilities, and lifestyles. Then I tailor the best and most effective lesson experience for them. My greatest joy is to see a student's success and growth as a musician.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First I want to know what truly inspires the student to take guitar lessons. Every student is different so, it's really important to create a curriculum that's tailored to their goals, natural abilities/talent, and lifestyles. By showing the best path forward from the very start, together we can build greater self-confidence, motivation, and results to acheive success.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Arts, University of MN, Minneapolis.
15+ years of teaching hundreds of students of all ages, abilities, and from all backgrounds.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Lessons also include a pre- and post-lesson email checking in on progress and to send lesson overviews. Rates are $80 an hour for in-person lesson and $70 for virtual sessions. Scholarships with reduced available for students experiencing financial hardship (sponsored by the Brooklyn Arts Council).
How did you get started teaching?
I was hired after college to work with grade school students in one-on-one and group lessons. I loved it and haven't stopped.
What types of students have you worked with?
From pre-schoolers, K-12, special education, college-level, adults, and retirees of every demographic and background.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Founding the New York Music Co-Op. The ever first music teacher-owned cooperative in NY history. See nymusiccoop.com for further details.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ask yourself "what would my absolute ideal guitar teacher be like? Then find that teacher. One who really understands who you are and the best methods that fit you personally.
Find a teacher who can teach all styles, levels, and knows how to focus on every student as if they were the only one being taught.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Why do I really want to take guitar lessons? (No dream is too big).
How do you see yourself as a musician?
What do I absolutely want/need my teacher to help me with and what's the best way for them teach me?
What will keep me motivated to practice and when do I have time to do that?