I hold my Bachelor's degree in Music from William Jewell College (Liberty, MO); my Master's degree, in Church Music, is from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Kansas City, MO). Although my primary instrument is viola, I have also studied violin, guitar, piano, music theory, and voice. I am classically trained, yet I can also play jazz, fiddle, Celtic, pop/rock, and contemporary Christian music.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Music (with piano concentration), Maranatha Baptist Bible College, 2004

Experience:
After graduation I taught private piano lessons, elementary music (K-3rd), elementary choir (3-6th grade) and junior high choir for two years at Calvary Baptist Christian School in Watertown, Wisconsin.
After my first child was born, I stopped teaching music classes and choir, but have kept up teaching piano lessons for the last 7 years since quitting teaching full time. I have taught students as young as Kindergarten up to adults and enjoy the unique challenges and abilities that each age group brings.
I am a pianist at my local church and have also been judge for piano competitions at the MidAmerica Association of Christian Schools for the last 6 years.
I am generally a more laid back teacher - I want the experience to be an enjoyment to the student, not another stress or item to check off a list. Music should be an enriching and relaxing part of life...

I studied piano, composition and music technology at KCKCC, where I played in the jazz band and jazz ensemble. I've taught at two local stores and, for the bulk of my career, gave recitals at least once per year. For years, I sent students to MAMA (Mid-America Music Association) and had an approximate 90% trophy win rate.

From the time I began musical training at the age of 5, I knew that music making would always be an important part of my life. It became my muse and I followed it all around the world. I have performed in Japan, England, Scotland, Wales, Italy, France, Austria, and the United States.

I know what makes a good musician and a good performer and I'm pleased
to be able to share that with my students! MY STUDENTS WIN AUDITIONS!

I taught in several of the States and in London. I am also a certified teacher in Missouri, Kansas and other States including England, Scotland and Wales. I hold a Bachelor’s degree and Doctorate from Ball State University, and a Master’s Degree from the University of Bridgeport.

I have studied on fellowship at the Aspen Music Festival and University of London.
While teaching in London I performed at many famous venues such as Queen Elizabeth Hall, St. John’s Smith Square and Somerset House. I sing at Lyric Opera of Kansas City where I have...

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Guitar

David picked up the guitar when he moved from his hometown of Phoenix, Arizona in 2001 at the age of 19 and hasn’t looked back since. 7 years and countless hours of practicing, performing and teaching later, David plays at multiple venues in the Kansas City area while teaching from his studio at Guitar Source in Overland Park,, Southland Conservatory in Raymore, and in home tutoring service Mobile Music Teachers. David also teaches and records from his home studio in Raytown, MO where he offers lessons for home schoolers during the daytime hours.

As a guitarist David is motivated primarily by his passion for music. Growing up he was influenced by classical, jazz, and film scores. Since picking up the guitar he has been inspired by guitarists from such diverse backgrounds as Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, Pat Martino, Pat Metheny, Martin Taylor, and James Taylor, to name a few. Today David plays and teaches a variety of different...

I love music and I enjoy helping my students to share the fun and enjoyment of making music. I am a very patient teacher and have a good sense of humor. My experience includes over 25 years of teaching private singing and piano lessons as well as school music and choral directing of students of all ages

I have Bachelor and Master degrees in Vocal Performance with minor in piano. I especially enjoy teaching Broadway singing, but also teach country, classical and pop. In piano I teach all types. I have several former students that are pursuing musical careers in performance and teaching.

I recently graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Music Education (vocal emphasis) and a trumpet performance minor. I am currently in the process of obtaining a Masters in Vocal Pedagogy. RIght now I teaching K-8 General music and 5-8th grade band and Chorus.

If you are pursuing voice I teach can teach you Classical operatic singing, Broadway style, or Art Songs (Lieder in French, German and Italian.)

If you are pursuing trumpet I can enhance you skills whether you are just beginning or are already an intermediate player.

I have loved to play the piano since I was 8 years old, and I now love teaching piano as well. I have taught lessons for 12 years to students of all ages and backgrounds. I am classically trained in piano performance, but am also familiar with contemporary styles of music, including worship music.

For the last 20 plus years, I have taught kids as young as 3 and as old as a…they won’t tell me! , and have been participating in band and musical programs for over 50 years.

I began my musical training when I was 5. I started on a small 12 bass accordion and loved it. I moved up to the full size accordions when I was 6 years old and it was as big as I was! I wanted to learn more, so my mom took pity on me and pulled out her alto saxophone for me when I was 8. My love of music grew more with each instrument I learned. With the help of my band teachers in middle school and high school, I studied: Alto, tenor and bass saxophone, clarinet, flute,and piano before I left high school. My band instructor and his wife gave me a wonderful opportunity to play in the Stage band in high school along with a special band during the summer. Their guidance and encouragement lead me into a wonderful College where I studied music. In 1970, I graduated from Adams State College in Alamosa...

I was born and raised in London England, where I first discovered my love of music. Growing up I studied classical piano for 10 years, and was educated through the Royal Associated Board and Trinity College. Moving to the states I carried my musical passion, and took further instruction in voice, guitar, saxophone and violin. I recently graduated from a pioneering local music school, and have maintained a home teaching studio for several years. I have experience working with students from all ages and musical backgrounds, primarily working on improvisation, theory and composition.

My commitment to my students is that they will benefit from a comprehensive program—learning theory (the foundation, construction, and fabric of music—the how and why), reading (to read - to possess fluency in the written language of music on the page—reading is the key to working out and playing anything), technique (to develop the physical skill and academic understanding of how to apply those skills), music history (a foundational background in the 400+ years of Post-Renaissance periods and styles, as well as the composers), and, finally, genres (the different styles of music that would reflect the student’s own, personal, preferences). My goal is, always, that music becomes a vital interest, and source of joy, comfort, and satisfaction, in the students’ life—throughout their lives.

Education:

Bachelor of Music, Piano Performance from Central Missouri State University – 1977, studied with Dr. Wes True.

Master of Musical Arts, Piano Performance and Piano...

Welcome to my studio! Here is a recent blurb about me:

Marci began her classical piano studies at 8 years old, in the private studio of concert pianist Elaine de San Miguel. In addition to recitals, concerts, camps and master classes, Marci branched out into performing in a variety of venues, as an accompanist for vocalists, instrumentalists, choirs and musicals. When she wasn't playing the piano for people, she was taking voice lessons, singing in both traditional & show choirs, and performing in musical theater. Her favorite TV show is currently "Phineas & Ferb"! (Great music on that show, if you hadn't noticed!)
Marci holds a teaching license in the state of Kansas, and is classified as "highly qualified" according to the No Child Left Behind Law. She is currently working on finishing a PhD in developmental and behavioral psychology, and for 5 years taught Child Behavior & Development classes at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. Because of her education and...