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Allison G.

Allison G.

“Fun Music Teacher Excited to Share the Gift of Music!!”

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    Ardmore, PA, 19003

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    • Levels: Beginner to Advanced
    • Ages: 5 & up
    • In-Home Lessons: No
    • In-Studio Lessons: Yes
    • Online Lessons: No
    Subjects Taught In Person
    Piano, Singing, Broadway Singing, Dance, Music Performance, Music Theory
    Education

    Eastern University - Music - 2004-2008 (Bachelor's degree received)

    Specialties
    I specialize in classical music both piano and voice, and also basic music theory. (Although I could teach more advanced theory if needed). I am very well educated in Vocal Diction for English, Spanish, Italian, Latin, French and German.I also studied Broadway style music shortly and very much enjoy playing/singing in that style and would love to teach it as well.
    Lesson Details
    My goal is to make every lesson fun so that my students not only leave my studio having grown as a musician, but also leave encouraged with a smile on their face. I believe that learning should be a fun and positive experience no matter what you want to achieve from your lessons. I plan every lesson around my student; meaning that each lesson is individualized to fit the personality and needs of the student. I am a laid back person, and generally conduct my lessons in that way, however I will ...
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    About
    Hi!! My name is Allison. I am a graduate of Eastern University, not far outside of Philadelphia, PA. I received my BA in General Music with a focus on Vocal Performance in 2008. I studied vocal performance under Christine Devault, Carole Latimer and David Bauer and piano under James Correnti. I also studied dance throughout childhood and college and have an extensive knowledge of music theory, conducting, and composition.

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    Equipment
    In-Studio: Separate music space: Everett Console Piano, extensive learning materials, other studio essentials (metronome, etc.) There is plenty of on and off street parking around my building, as well as a public library and a playground right across the street from me for the parents and siblings of my students.

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  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 12 reviewers.
    Rated 5 out of 5 by jac k Manning Very good teacher. Good personality and easy to learn from.5 star December 27, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Great Teacher Allison has been very patient with me during these lessons, and I appreciate that a lot. I have not been helping the situation due to lack of practice on my own, but will change since I am learning songs that I know. Overall, great teacher and I look forward to working with her as long as I need. August 29, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Whoops, forgot to rate her! March 25, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Feedback I really like her teaching methods. My son cannot wait for Friday to come. Allison is very patient and gentle pearson and I would recomend her without hesitation. Thank you Allison! March 10, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Stupendous! Allison is great teacher, caring, engaging, and very knowledgeable. My daughter is very pleased with her "nice" teacher! February 6, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Thanks for working with my 15 year old son Gordon!! He loves piano and loves coming to lessons! You're awesome!! January 16, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Jaiden is enjoying her lessons, and is very eager to come to see Allison every Friday! With a short time, she is able to play a few songs already. January 11, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Helpful and Sweet Allison is a wonderful piano instructor. She has been wonderful with accomodating my hectic schedule and making sure that the time we do spend together at the piano is well spent! Allison is very kind and open to trying different books that I brought in. I would definitely recommend her. December 21, 2010

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    Do you offer a free trial lesson?
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    Do you offer any discounts?
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