Rita B. Gulliksen Studio
About
Rita Busse Gulliksen, NCTM is a nationally certified teacher of music. She teaches private piano lessons in her home in the Stratford Hills area of Richmond, Virginia. The curriculum is classical music. The studio is 1/4 mile from the Forest Hill Avenue exit of Powhite Parkway, and is easily accessible from all areas of Richmond.
More and more studies show the advantages of music study. Playing music engages the brain more than other activities and promotes listening skills. I believe that music should be a part of everyone’s education. Even if someone does not wish to be a performer, one can become a knowledgeable listener. Music is a beautiful art form that feeds the soul. It is a lifelong emotional outlet. My goal for students is to develop good playing skills and an appreciation for music.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Students need to develop technical skills – proper hand position, finger muscle strength through scales and technical exercises, good note-reading and listening skills, interpretation of the music and memory. Students learn theory and music history. The classical repertoire includes music from all periods of the literature. Should students wish to pursue a music career, they will be prepared for a college curriculum in piano study.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Mrs. Gulliksen received her Bachelor of Music in Applied Piano Performance and her Master of Music in Piano from Virginia Commonwealth University where she also studied organ and voice. She was the recipient of the Star of DO award from Delta Omicron Music Fraternity during her senior year and a fellowship in accompanying for her Master of Music degree. She has also studied at Shenandoah University and in Rome, Italy. She has over 35 years of experience teaching piano to students from age 5 to adult. Some of her students have won scholarships to music conservatories.
Mrs. Gulliksen is a nationally certified member of the Music Teachers National Association and a member of the Richmond Music Teachers Association serving as secretary and treasurer. She is also a member and judge for the American College of Musicians (National Guild of Piano), the Leschetizky Society, Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity and the American Guild of Organists.