Classical Piano Lessons in Fairview Heights. Amazing Teachers.

Want to sharpen your musical talents and find your path as a musician. I can help you achieve the goal you have set for yourself and also push you to be better. I have five years of teaching music to ages ranging from five to fifty and over twenty years being a musician. My teaching method is specialized to meet the demand and attention needed to provide each individual student with the necessary tools to master their craft. With my lessons, students will learn sight reading, ear training, essential elements of music theory and other handy tools that equip the student for greatness.

-Seasoned private music instructor of piano, voice, and composition of over ten years.
-Classically trained, enjoys playing and teaching pop, rock, jazz, and more.
-Piano Performance graduate of Truman State University in Kirksville, MO.
-Continues to perform solo and collaborative repertoire with other groups and musicians in the area.
-Member of MTNA, MMTA, NATS, NAMFE, MMEA and SLAMTA.

I've been teaching piano lessons for nearly 30 years. I've taught Kindergarteners through adults, have taught public school music, and also taught future music teachers at the university level. I have a PhD in education with an emphasis in music. I'm still an active performer, direct music at a church and have played professionally for many years, including 2 times in Carnegie Hall. I believe students should have a keen concept of fundamentals, which are often overlooked by most teachers. Once you learn the basics, it's much easier to progress.

After the first lesson you will be making music be on your way to achieving your musical goals. Classical piano requires a strong foundation in fundamentals such as theory, sightreading, technique and performance practice all of which we will begin to explore in your first lesson.

With 10+ years as a music teacher and professional musician I have picked up many approaches that will insure you are making the most progress and truly finding your musical voice.

I have been teaching this subject for over 16 years. The main curriculum for beginners is Alfred's Basic Piano Library. There are three beginner levels (beginner, late, adult) and one will be selected after the first meeting. For non-beginning students, the course of study will be developed based on past experience, current abilities, and goals. It is not necessary to know how to read music at the first lesson for beginners. However, learning to read is a part of subsequent lessons. Music is not learned "by ear." A certain amount of theory will be a part of every lesson just as technique and repertoire. Students should come to the first lesson prepared to discuss their background & goals and the plan of their course of study.

Lessons are built to develop technique and artistry in a supportive and creative atmosphere, focusing on both the how and the why of music. I want to ensure that my students grow to appreciate the beauty and complexities of this universal language. Children and adults welcome!