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Piano Lessons Bio of Rhonda Fischer in Brandermill, Midlothian VA
Rhonda Fischer is a concert pianist and studied at the renowned Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. Rhonda has played the piano since the first grade and preformed all over the United States and Europe. She has taught at the Children’s Music Academy and designed the music curriculum for pre-school and first graders through Marywood College for 10 years in Philadelphia. She has taught piano at the Carlsbad Music Studios in Carlsbad, CA. She also taught at Pittsburg University College in Allegany, NY with studios in Albuquerque, NM, Kansas City, Missouri, Texas, and the Piano and Organ Center in Rochester, NY.
Fischer, after winning first place at the US Piano Competition in Albany, NY with over 200 of the top Pianists in the state is her greatest accomplishment playing Chopin’s Polonaise. It goes to reason that the Pennsylvania Ballet hired her for her talents as well. She also accompanied American Idol contestants insisted by Simon Cowell in California. Fischer has been teaching over 40 years and continues to teach. Her reply: “ A musician can never retire, can they? It is like the air we breathe.” I say, lucky is the student who gets to study with Rhonda Fischer, now living in Midlothian, VA.
Rhonda also accompanied her son who studied violin starting at age 3. Her four children are all accomplished musicians. Now married.
What she is doing today:
Rhonda Fischer moved to Virginia to be close to her grandchildren.
She also holds a spot on Radio Disney as she is an author and wrote music for her published book Randy Kazandy, Where Are Your Glasses? and Crooked Granny Grunt, Please Drink Your Milk. Gold medal winner, Rhonda attended the awards ceremony in Miami, Florida and talked in front of 20,000 people about how to write and market children’s books. She writes children’s books in rhyme and poetry, part of her musical background. she teaches piano in her new home studio in the Brandermill area in Midlothian Virginia. Rhonda teaches all styles, all ages, and has limited openings at this time. She is a certified judge for piano competitions.
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Sarah P.
In the two years I studied from Rhonda I learned more about the piano than I had in my previous eight years of piano lessons. Not only did she help me to improve my technical abilities but my expressive abilities as well. She pushed me to improve my skills and never allowed me to plateau, always pushing me on to something that would continue to challenge me as an artist. I would recommend her to anyone. She is truly passionate about music, which makes her an even better instructor.
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Feb 20, 2015
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Karen J.
Rhonda Fischer the quintessential musician extraoridinare,who is an alumna of Eastman School ,is my piano teacher. She imparts her knowledge and talent with enthusiasm,sincerity and intelligence. Her musical instruction is inspiring,educational and splendid fun. To enter the musical world of Rhonda Fischer is to be enlighted. Her exuberance is infectious.
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Jan 28, 2015
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Erin W.
Rhonda Fischer instructed my son in piano for several years. She has the winning combination of technical expertise and a friendly manner that allows kids to feel special and engaged in the learning process. As parents, it is helpful for a teacher to understand kids, and Rhonda has that ability to connect with children. I recommend Rhonda for piano; theory, practice, and composition are all in her wheelhouse.
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Jan 23, 2015
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What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I use college level theory even to children so they can manipulate the whole keyboard. Classical, broadway, jazz and new age are taught in a fun enthusiastic way. Every student has different books that are appropriate for what they would like to learn. One method does not work for all. New students learn the techique how to hold hands and sit, and learn breathing techiques to slow the heart beat down, and relax when playing in front of an audience. Bad habits if not corrected are very hard to break. Each student is a reflection of me and the way I teach. I am proud when my students play. Teaching is my life, its like the air I breathe.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
College
Piano Performance
Eastman School of Music
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
For children I charge for 4 lessons a month. Months with 5 weeks you get a free lesson or use it for a make up. Price is $120 a month.
How did you get started teaching?
In 10th grade I played in a concert and dozens of people came to my house after the performance and wanted me to teach them to play the piano. So, the rest is history.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have taught students as young as 4 to age 92. I have taught blind and deaf students and taught disabled students as well. Music should be introduced to everyone. I also have scholarship opportunities as well.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I played a duet with Mickey Rooney in California. Boy, he was one talented fellow! And I won a National Piano Competition with 200 of the nations best pianists. I also played a childrens concert with Perlman in Philadelphia.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Take a few lessons and see if you are compatable with the teacher. A teacher should listen closely to the student on music they want to play, and theory is important to teach. The school that the teacher studied at is very important. So students should not be afraid to ask. Teaching how to practice is also an asset teachers should display as some pianists don't know how to teach to make practice more gradifying. Always ask how long the teacher has been teaching.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
How long they need to practice.
Lessons are once a week.
Practicing at the same time works much better.
Do you offer rewards when books are complete?
Let the teacher know if you have have favorite songs in mind.