CURRICULUM
In my private lessons, I work with students of all ages. For kids who are just starting out, the first one to three years are focused on engagement, fun, and developing a solid foundation of technique and musicianship. This allows them to transition to the later stages where I am able to tailor the curriculum to their personal interests as they mature and gain experience. An intermediate-advanced student may find themselves, for example, playing advanced repertoire, arranging their favorite songs by ear, and writing their own songs and compositions. My diverse experiences as a musician and teacher allow me to help each student pursue the path that is most interesting and natural to them, be it that of a concert pianist, singer-songwriter, electronic musician - or simply a lifelong music lover.
THE BASICS
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Relaxed arm weight technique
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Listening and aural development
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Dalcroze exercises for rhythm and solfege
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Reading proficiency
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Theory for complete musicianship
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Introduction to diverse repertoire: folk songs, popular genres, classical
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Focus on fun, exploration, and building relationships: both student-teacher, and with music and the instrument.
INTERMEDIATE
TO ADVANCED
With a solid foundation in place, my students have the confidence to follow wherever their musical interests lead them.
INTERMEDIATE SUBJECTS
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Intermediate Repertoire - Student’s choice of genre
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Intro to Performance Psychology: Mindful awareness techniques to increase focus and conquer nerves
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Intro to Improvisation
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Intro to Arranging and Playing by Ear
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Intro to Songwriting
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Intro to Composition
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Playing with other musicians
ADVANCED SUBJECTS
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Advanced Repertoire - Student’s choice of genre
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Advanced Performance Psychology to maximize enjoyment and consistency
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Advanced Improvisation and Jazz
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Advanced Arrangement and Transcription
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Advanced Songwriting and Recording, Publishing
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Advanced Composition and Recording, Publishing
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Advanced Ensemble Playing
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Electronic Music Production
ADULTS
For adults 18 and up, following our initial consultation I will work with you to design a curriculum that accommodates your schedule and goals. It can include elements from any of the offerings above, or other special requests you may have. I am happy to be your musical guide, wherever your interests may lie. If you are an adult student interested in lessons, please also see my special message for you here.