Certified Piano Instruction

Certified Piano Instruction

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About

Have been teaching for 25 years. Degree is on Music Therapy but found my true place was in teaching. I enjoy beginners of all ages and enjoy watching each student progress over time. I have 2 recitals per year and enter students in a regional festival of music and then a state wide competition for those that receive the highest score. Also enjoy playing duets with my students as well as continuing lessons for myself. I enjoy watching students get hooked on music "for life ".I take a casual approach but can. Be firm when needed.

It's never boring. Every student is different and I enjoy the challenge of figuring out a different way to explain concepts that a student may not understand. It is extremely hard to let go of a student I have had for 10-12 years but I enjoy maintaining contact with them through facebook.


Highlights

Hired 2 times
Serves Oconomowoc , WI

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

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

Interested musical styles

Classical, Jazz, Pop, I can make recommendations

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Frequently asked questions

Establish a routine for the lesson right away and discuss the need to oractice and do weekly theory assignments. I always encourage  questions.

I have a degree in Music Therapy and have taken piano lessons off and on my entire teaching career. I belong to the Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs and am very involved in their activities.

 The standard rate is 80.00 per month due on the first lesson of the month. If I miss a lesson for some reason a credit of 20.00 will be extended the next month. If the student misses the lesson they still owe for it. Make up lessons are not guaranteed and depend on my schedule and ability to find a mutually workable time. If the student reaches the end of the month and has not paid no more lessons will be taught until the fee is caught up.

A friend saw what I was playing and suggested of I couid play at that level I might want to consider teaching. I started with 2 students and now have over 40. I've never looked back.

Students of all ages and a number of special needs students as well. I like a challenge and will try taking on students that have been through a number of teachers with no success. 

A student I had taught for 12 years finally couldn't fit in practice time because of school and her job. We had become friends over the years and still talk to each other. I have several students that turned into Facebook friends after they discontinued lessons.

Come with questions- there are no dumb questions. Make your wants and needs known so both can determine if it a good fit. 

Be specific about what it is you are looking for out of lessons. Don't be afraid to tell the reacher what is not working for you. 


Services offered

Piano
Music Theory