About
Music is a univeresal language. It is a phrase we hear often, but it is really true. In my more than thirty years at the piano, I have had the incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best teachers in the world. But I have also learned so much from my students.
My favourite part of music is this interchange between teacher and student, audience and performer, soloist and orchestra.... we all have a part to play and each is important.
I offer a holist approach to the instrument from my varied background of solo and chamber playing all over the world, from my theory and musicology background as well as a holistic technical approach reflecting my specific studies in the Alexander and Taubman techniques. I have degrees in both modern piano and historical keyboard performance practices so I carry the inclusion into time periods as well.
I am a concert pianist who believes in a holistic approach to learning the instrument. My own teaching and playing approach is inspired by years of travel and study abroad and in the United States with varying approaches ranging from Alexandar Technique and Taubman as well as cultural and language influences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Becoming a musician is a wonderfully intricate process that trains the body, mind, and emotions. The first lessons I spend in getting to know all aspects of the students as well as their goals for our work together. Then, we make a plan to accomplish those goals taking in to count their past training, strengths and weaknesses (including theory, ear-training, musical asthetics, etc).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have master's degrees in piano pedagogy and in harpischord performance as well as a doctorate in piano performance with an emphasis in musicology. My holistic approach to my own training and concert career I attempt to pass on to my students in every lesson.
How did you get started teaching?
I began as a student teacher to my own private piano teacher when I was 14 years and have continued ever since!
Teaching has become a very important part of my own artistic process. In the two decades since I began teaching, I have worked with beginners of every age, intermediate and advanced students including college auditions prep and my own studio of music majors at the music university where I am on faculty.
What types of students have you worked with?
All kinds! Just as my outlook on teaching and my own playing is as inclusive as possible, I enjoy keeping in my private studio a few students from every level/background. This includes beginners, adult amateurs and preparation for serious pianists.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
It is very important to find a teacher that will listen to your goals. The learning relationship between music teacher and student is very unique. You must find one that can understand where you are, where you want to be - and how to guide you between those two places.