About
I believe communication between students and parents is extremely important. I provide options for repertoire and ask that students be honest. I incorporate music theory in lessons. We have 2-3 recitals per year plus other performance opportunities.
I find great joy in teaching music and love teaching. I love seeing my students succeed and excel. I am their biggest fan and cheerleader. Music has always been a great source of joy and happiness to me and I hope my students feel that.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I have a list of questions I ask students to get to know them including their goals. I find out prior musical experience and what kind of music they like and what they want to sing. Then we usually discuss proper singing stance, sing warmups with proper techniques as discussed and then if time permits sing through a possible song from a book I think they may like or discuss what books might be good to start with.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a vocal degree, have gone to workshops, continue to study and sing myself so I am up to date on the latest techniques to best help my students.
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How did you get started teaching?
I have always been a teacher at heart. I love children. When I started college at age 17 I went into Early Childhood Education then switched to Elementary Education. I got married and my schooling was interrupted but music has always been a huge part of my life and teaching music to children and adults in a religious setting just set me on fire. I knew that's where it was at for me. I finally finished with a vocal degree even though the flute was my main instrument growing up.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with very young children up to adults. I have had experience teaching students who are on the spectrum. I also have taught kids with speech delays and greatly improved their airflow which in turn completely improved their speech. It has been a lot of learning and growing but so rewarding for me, I love my job.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I have an adult handicapped student that has really struggled to even match a pitch but after a couple years of lessons he was finally ready for a recital. It has been really challenging for me to not see the progress quickly like other students but at the same time, there is progress and to see him perform at a recital was so special. I cried.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find a teacher you mesh with but give it time and make sure you communicate what you want to accomplish. Teachers cannot read minds. We are here to help you reach your goals! Your voice is part of you and it can be challenging at first to let your guard down with a new voice teacher but be patient.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Are you really committed to practicing or do you just want to come once a week for a lesson? Improvement comes from that slow and steady practice. Practice makes PERMANENT! Make sure you can really make time for practice. There is no such thing as a dumb question.