Dacula, GA Piano Lessons

In Piano, we focus on you learning the instrument and how to play it.

Basic reading is important so we do learn to read, and practice reading. (For example we go up to Alfred's Piano Book II; then switch focus)
We also focus on:
Chords
Improvisation
& Playing what you hear/ playing by ear

Actual materials and books I use:

Alfred d'Auberge Book One
Alfred's Basic Piano Library Book Level 2
The Secrets to Playing Piano by Ear, by Jermaine Griggs
+ other hand out materials

*Note: Students are not required to purchase any materials.

Any capable young child who can read, or adult can pick up these materials and learn on their own, but there are great advantages of having a teacher. Such as; bypassing unnecessary information, multi-dementional learning ( hands on, audio, visual), not to mention strategic planning by someone who understands your goals and cares about your progress.

I feel when my students win, I win. And I take personal joy and responsibility ...

I play piano and electronic keyboard. My musical background is in jazz, pop, rock, blues, and folk music. I am not a classical pianist.
When teaching piano/keyboard, I teach primarily playing by ear, and chord theory, although I do also teach the fundamentals of reading notes.
With electronic keyboards, I teach students to become familiar with and utilize the features of their keyboard; I also teach improvisation.
As with guitar, I adapt my lessons to meet the interests, attention span, and learning styles of my students.
Students tend to enjoy taking lessons with me, because I make lessons, and music, personal and enjoyable!

My teaching approach: I'm very patient with children and adults. The room where I teach is spacious; parents are welcome and encouraged to sit in and observe their children's lessons. I always allow time at the end of each lesson to update parents on the week's progress for their children.

I can help you with beginning piano (correct posture, hand position, basic scales and chords) through intermediate theory (extended chords & the scales used with them) and advanced theory (altered chords, chord substitutions, and scales used with them). I can teach you from beginning into intermediate classical, pop and jazz literature, including improvisation. I have performed for many receptions, weddings, and dinner events. When you get to the level where you need someone on the level of an Art Tatum or a Keith Jarrett to teach you, I'll know and I'll most gladly refer you on!

In addition to guitar, I also offer beginner lessons for piano.

From beginner to advanced, I will Customer tailor a lesson plan that works for you and you will be playing a full song after your first three weeks!

Private Piano Lessons for Intermediate and Advanced Levels for All Ages but Beginners Ages 10 and above. Lessons include theory, ear-training, sight-reading, history, technique, performance, interpretation, and musicality. Concentration and focus vary depending upon individual student's skills and needs.

I teach all ages with the mission to inspire and bring out the music in them.
My teaching philosophy is based on my belief that learning is fun!
Through practice and helpful instruction, I will work with you to achieve your goals in a relaxed, and encouraging environment with positivity and praise.

With being a member of various performance ensembles throughout the southeast, my leadership roles have molded my mindset of advisement with instruction and performance. I have the competitive edge of diversity, eagerness, and determination to fulfill the needs of any company or artist seeking guidance in developing their creativity.

I have been playing piano since I was four years old, and I completely fell in love with it. The more I began to play, the more my passion for piano grew. I gave up lessons after nine years because I fully believed that I had reached my limit in lessons and wanted to begin teaching myself the rest of the way. I am currently a Sophomore at UGA, and if my location is chosen we get to work in the practice rooms here on campus that are soundproof. My goal is to teach beginners of all ages the basics of learning to read the music, the chords, and basic finger exercises. I want to share my passion and inspire others to love the instrument that I do. If you think you are too old to start learning piano, my dad was forty-five years old when I started to teach him! For children under the age of ten years old, I recommend between 30 and 45 minutes per lesson due to their short attention span, and that I don't want them to view piano as a chore that they must do. For adults I recommend anywhere ...