About
I specialize in lessons for KIDS! Lessons are designed specifically to meet the student's needs
For more info. please visit www.stevenluhmann.com
To get started, please fill out the “lesson inquiry” form on the website.
I get to pass along all the fun and joy of playing music and the wealth of information I’ve learned and continue to learn over the years. I love to break down obstacles for students and watch them grow. I help students set goals and achievement levels and encourage in-home concerts for friends and family so we have purpose making each lesson fun and exciting! Due to COVID-19 I have encouraged creating video recordings of performances for private YouTube channels that may be shared at your disgression.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Phone call, introductory lesson, student evaluation, enrollment
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Valparaiso University and 25 years of teaching experience.
I have worked in many ventures of music over the years from a Capella groups, many different choral groups, caroling, rock bands (performed in domes of St. Louis and Atlanta), worship leading, playing drums for church bands, piano and organ for services, private lessons, music directing musicals, staring lead roles on stage (Curly-Oklahoma, Freddy-My Fair Lady, Finch-How to Succeed, Conrad-Bye,Bye,Birdie, Joseph-Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (won for Best Musical Direction), Aslan-Narnia, The Music Man (nominated for Best Musical Direction), Annie (nominated Best Musical Direction), Gaston-Beauty and the Beast (nominated Best Musical Direction), dueling pianos for 16 years performing four nights a week, wrote, recorded and self produced two albums of original music as well as an all instrumental acoustic EP “Six Swings”. The list goes on. I eat, sleep, drink, breathe music. It’s my passion and my purpose.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Monthy packages are available and vary based on the needs of each student. These details are discussed during the enrollment process.
How did you get started teaching?
At a friend’s guitar shop (Zarkie Guitars) when I was 14.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages, however, I specialize in beginners ages 6-12.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
A new student had his first in-home concert and did such a great. It was amazing to see him grow in this experience. The nerves were going at first but he kept pushing through and had a very successful show! It was a very proud moment. This is what I GET to do!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find out if they are the right fit for your needs through an introductory phone call.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Do I have an instrument to practice on?
Do I want in-home private lessons or virtual?
Do I have songs that I would love to learn?
Am I ready to commit to a practice schedule?
What is my budget?
What is my goal?