Teaching

Lessons are available for all ages and levels.  Adults may begin from the basics or brush up on previous skills through University level.  For those under 6 years please contact me for an initial consultation.

I teach at two Music Stores here in Reno.  Please ask about scheduling times, locations and to sign up for your first FREE lesson.

If someone you refer signs up for lessons you can receive a referral bonus.
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Piano Methods:

I am a classical pianist by early training and therefore I teach traditional written music along with music from our modern era.

As a supplement to reading music, I also teach contemporary Jazz (chordal harmony and improvisation) and popular styles.

I emphasize theory, composition and history to students along with piano and voice to give background for confidence in all elements of music.

Vocal Methods:

When teaching the basics, folk tunes and theater song are emphasized.  Once the basics are mastered, I teach vocal Opera techniques which advance a person to be able to sing any style of music.  

Vocal Opera techniques require stamina, dexterity and benefit everyone studying it. Opera technique and harmonies of chord structures are rooted in early music. This makes it similar to latin being the foundation of western languages.  Once the foundations are mastered, vocal styles of song branch out from there.

Teaching Overview:

Self-empowerment and fulfillment with enjoyment is key to success. If one works hard, results can be attained. With consistent practice, paying attention to detail and persistence anything is possible.

I use the forums of the The Music Teachers Association (NNMTA) with regular recitals and competition opportunities for students to get used to performing in public. I also hold my own student recitals. Recitals have diverse audiences made up of fellow students, parents, general public and elderly from retirement home communities.

Please see the Recitals Page for upcoming events.