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I have a Master’s Degree in Piano Performance, and am a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music.
Students participate in Utah Music Teacher’s Association and Federation events.
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Liz W.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First I meet them to see if it will be a good fit for both of us, to discuss their goals for piano study and to evaluate their current level.
FYI I am not interested in teaching students who do not own a acoustic instrument or have regular access to one through a neighbor or church key or something like that.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Master Degree in Piano Pedagogy from BYU, B.Mus in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the U of U, Permanent Professional National Certified Teacher of Music from Music Teachers National Assiciation. Over 25 years teaching experience in Washington DC, Meridian Idaho and Utah.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$100-$150/moth for 30 or 45 minute lessons with a weekly time slot.
How did you get started teaching?
I actually started teaching neighborhood kids in 8th grade because they asked Yikes!
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students who end up majoring in piano at a collegiate level, as well as recreational music makers.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
The concerto competition is one of my favorite events annually. I am a member of UMTA and students participate in those events as well as sometimes Monster Concert or Festivals at USU. I am familiar with and have participated in Federation Festivals but took this year off of that due to increased accompanying responsibilities at USU.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Meet the teacher and see the studio before deciding if this is a good fit for you. Also, you get what you pay for in terms of progress and quality of musicianship and there is a big range of teachers out there.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Time they can put in to practice as well as days and times that may work for lessons. What instruments are available to them to practice on? What is the goal for you/parents of piano study?