Roy Ellefsen, Piano Teacher

New

About

I hold a Ph.D. in music theory and musicology, with an emphasis in piano from Florida State University and BYU. I am an experienced choral director and a good organist. I include some organ training with my piano lessons. I have taught music theory and music history at several colleges. My students often win superior ratings at UHSAA piano competitions. I am a serious musician and a serious teacher (with a good sense of humor). I provide first-rate instruction, but, of course, students must practice regularly to take advantage of that instruction.

I love music (especially classical music) and I enjoy working with students. I am a career teacher. I have taught music in high school and college. I enjoy knowing that my students recieve first rate instruction, and I love watching (and hearing) them progress.

Highlights

6 years in business

Serves South Jordan , UT

Specialties

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Student can read music, Student cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Student has instrument

Students who have a piano, Students who have a keyboard, Students who have neither

Interested musical styles

Classical, Jazz, Pop, I can make recommendations

No reviews (yet)

Ask this teacher for references. There's no obligation to hire and we’re here to help your booking go smoothly.

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Ask him to talk about why he wants to study piano. Listen to and watch her play a piece that she has learned. Ask him to sight read. Ask him to purchase a book of progressive solos (recommend a few). Discuss scales (simple music theory), discus the importance of fingering. Assign a scale. Ask her to purchase Schmitt, Hanon, and a collection of progressive rhythmic exercises. Recommend a metronome. Be friendly, laugh periodically, be cautiously demanding, be professional.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Ph. D in music theory, musicology, and piano (BYU, Florida State University. Studied extensively with Guido Roetter (now deceased), a professional concert pianist and wonderful person.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

$55 per hour at the moment, but friends tell me that is too low, so I may raise it in the future sometime.

How did you get started teaching?

I have been a professional teacher all of my life. I play well and hold degrees in music theory and musicology. And because I discovered that, contrary to what I supposed, I enjoy teaching.

Services offered

Piano

Music Theory