Sarah Pingel Voice And Piano Lessons
About
My name is Sarah Pingel and my husband and I just moved to the area. I am passionate about teaching music! I have experience teaching elementary, junior high, high school, and college music courses as well as teaching private lessons. I graduated from Westminster Choir College with my Master's Degree in Voice Pedagogy and from Greenville College with my Bachelors Degree in Music Education. I also have current Illinois and South Carolina Teaching Licenses in K-12 Music (band, choir, orchestra, and general music). Please contact me if you have any questions or would like to start voice lessons!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First, we will assess where the student is starting by assessing his/her playing/singing skills. Then, I will discuss with the student and/or his/her parent(s) about the goal of the lessons. We will define a goal for the student and then lay out a plan for achieving the goal.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelors Degree in Music Education as well as experience teaching junior high and high school music and private lessons.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Typically, for a half an hour lesson I charge $25 and for an hour lesson I charge $50.
How did you get started teaching?
I first was interested in teaching when I was in high school. My voice teacher really got me interested in the idea of teaching music. I am very excited about the opportunity to get to teach music every day.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all experience levels. I find joy in teaching all student no matter their prior experience.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I would advise students to do a practice lesson with the teacher they are looking at hiring long-term. Often you will know if you want to work with a teacher after just one lesson.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Students should think about what their long-term goal is for learning piano or voice before thinking about the process of achieving that goal.