About
I am extremely versatile. I love teaching all ages and all levels. I have many years of experience and am always learning myself and keeping it fresh. I teach piano, flute. voice , jazz, classical, different genres, improvization and music theory. I strive to tailor instruction around each individual's needs and goals. I like to have fun and really enjoy the teaching process. I want the student to enjoy the process and achieve their goals. I also own a drum set and know basic drumming and find that can be helpful to the student's overall learning process. I have performed and recorded jazz professionally for over 30 years with top, world reknowned jazz musicians and am currently performing still.
I love music first of all! I love helping others and watching the student grow and progress and engage in what they really love doing. It's rewarding and fun and I get to learn as well. I love hearing them perform pieces they've been working on at student recitals we have every year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I get to know the student a bit and learn of their interests and goals. Whether they are beginning or intermediate or advanced, we start where they are comfortable and work from there. I utilize certain method books, ear training, theory, exercises to help the student progress. For jazz, It's a little different. We work with improvisation and a little more theory.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I studied music at P.SU. and Mt. Hood Community College. I won the KMHD Best new jazz artist award in 1984 and was awarded a scholarship to Berklee College of music in Boston. I did not attend Berklee as I decided to have children.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$50 an hour.
$40 for 45 minutes.
$30 for 30 minutes.