I'm not only a piano teacher, but also a pianist, so I remember what it's like to deal with issues like trying to find a good teacher and the motivation to practice! Because I understand that musical training is a true investment of time, energy, and money, I make sure each lesson provides exceptional training, motivation. and encouragement to my students. After all, learning how to play piano can and should be fun!

My own love for piano started when I began taking lessons at three years old, and I've been addicted ever since. I've been truly fortunate to study under several highly talented concert pianists and professors who were not only exceptional musicians, but exceptional teachers as well. They showed me what a difference a caring teacher can make. Along the way, I've discovered a love for song-writing and composing. I've competed in Regional, State, and National competitions and performed both in the United States as well as Europe. In addition to teaching, I play as a...

I believe in: the power of music to enrich human existence and create community; the value of all styles of music; the creative potential of every individual; the value of trust, integrity and respect within a learning environment; instilling in an individual an unending belief in ones self; and excellent and inspiring musical mentorship.

I holds a BA in music performance, have over 25 years of professional music experience and am dedicated to providing a quality, comprehensive learner-based music education.

Programs available include: Private guitar and bass lessons, improvisation, music theory, ear training, rhythm studies, fingerboard knowledge and recording,

Singer-songwriter, performer, producer, and teacher Christina is a multi-talented musician who has been playing piano as a professional musician for over 18 years. Christina has been involved with music for all her life. Born with perfect pitch and playing piano at the age of three, she has been taking private classical lessons from professors from UNT and has developed her skills throughout playing different genres of style. Christina has had vocal training for 10 years and participated in advanced choirs and jazz ensembles at UNT. Christina has a wonderful passion for music and has a gift of teaching students. She has an extreme devotion and drive to teach others what she has learned from her own musical experience and would like to give students a chance to reach their full musical potential they've always wanted.

Jason T. started his illustrious performing career at the tender age of five in day camp volunteering to sing “The Happy Wanderer” a capella for Parent’s Day.

Mounting productions in his garage as a child, he convinced his friends to be in the show with only his father as a reluctant audience member who was toiling away at his work bench. Combine these garage productions with performances on the back patio and it was clear Jason always loved to put on a show.

In the sixth grade, he performed “The Impossible Dream” from “Man of La Mancha” with his red cape pinned to his shirt and wielding his mighty sword assembled from a yard stick and tin foil. At this point, his career in entertainment was firmly embedded in his heart and soul.

Double majoring in Vocal Performance and Education in college, Jason honed his craft performing in operas and jazz vocal groups all the while learning the business side of entertainment.

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I love learning, and I love sharing how to learn. I began as a self-taught pianist at age 12, and from ages 14 to the present I have had the experience of studying with some of the most phenomenal teachers of this generation. George Katz, former chair of the Drake University Piano Department and student of the legendary artists Alfred Cortot and Marguerite Long; Jerome Lowenthal, also a student of Cortot (and William Kapell) and former chair of the Julliard piano department, and Jose Feghali, winner of the 1985 Cliburn Gold Medal have been my most influential teachers. From them, I learned how to learn, how to teach, and how to teach learning, which I believe is the most important skill.

As a winner of the 2000 Interlochen Concerto Competition, I had my orchestral debut that year with the World Youth Symphony Orchestra at 16. Following that, I have given concerts all over the U.S., some parts of Mexico, Malmo and Stockholm, Sweden, and in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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I, John Wesley, invite you and/or your child to start your journey on the guitar or electric bass with me! I understand the start to something big is the toughest step. Where to start on the guitar? What chords to learn first? What do all these strings and frets mean? Well, you have come to the right place if you are searching to begin your learning in these beautiful and expressive instruments. The potential you wish to reach all starts with the single step. I am a college-bound graduate who has been associated with music since i was 9 years old. 10 years later, I can assure you that with my background in basic piano, 2 years of music theory, 3 years of playing the bass in my high-school orchestra, years of playing guitar for several projects and worship settings, and an extensive song-writing capability, you and/or your child will receive the greatest jump-start they could possibly get to venture off into the instrument of their choice. I am excited to be apart of TakeLessons.com...

I teach my students how to understand how music is put together so they can learn even more on their own.

I read, write, and play all styles and I focus on teaching the student fundamentals that work in all styles of music ....AND I get them going on the style they are interested in - pop, rock, country, folk, etc.

I have spent my entire life in the music industry and I can show you how to use what I teach to apply to the real world. I have also been a successful songwriter and I can work with students to learn about song structure and song writing.

I am also good at preparing students for college music classes.

I am a student myself, going through my senior year as a music major at the University of North Texas in Denton. I've been playing the guitar for 8 years but pursuing music for even longer. I taught guitar lessons for 2 years in high school to all ages, and have worked at Camp Jam for 2 summers during my college career, teaching young kids to play in rock bands. I took composing classes and lessons and advanced classical guitar in college, and I also play the piano and the cello, so I've been going to private lessons all my life and know what students are looking for. Students will benefit from my ability to relate to their musical goals and aspirations since I myself am still somewhat of a student. In my free time I play guitar with my musician friends, and I also write my own songs because I'm a composer at heart. I love to pass on everything I know about music to others who want to express themselves with an instrument, and my goal as a teacher is to get everyone to that level.