Mounds, OK Piano Lessons

Suzuki pedagogy employed for beginners

A well rounded fun teaching style that keeps all students motivated and interested. Stacey works had to insure that students develop strong technical and theory skills while growing as creative musicians.

I started teaching Piano in 2008 and have worked with over 100 students of all ages. I offer lessons from 2 studios located in Tulsa and Broken Arrow. To help students become well rounded musicians I teach from a variety of books and programs by companies like Alfred, KJOS, Hal Leonard, song books, to individual pieces from music notes. I also create, print, and email custom lessons created on a program in my Mac.
I use Yamaha and Korg digital pianos and JBL speakers.
It usually takes around 2 - 3 months for a beginner to get up to speed and start playing full songs. It's my goal to help each student become the musician they desire to be. My philosophy is to teach my students to be smart musicians. It does you no good if you can play a song but don't know what you are actually doing. So, I teach students to be smart musicians in case they decide to write their own music or join a band.
I have not won a Grammy yet, but I have had people use my bands demo music in some commercial ...

I studied with various teachers in and out of college for five years, and have over a decade teaching hundreds of students, from the elementary levels to classical piano technique to jazz improvisation to pop piano to ragtime. You will be challenged and at the same time inspired to get the most out of your time with instrument!

Piano lessons are a joy to teach! Let me inspire you. Within the first few lessons, you'll know terminology and piano basics such as rhythm and body placement, and as time goes on you'll be able to play classics, standards and more. I typically use method books combined with traditional repertoire.
***My Equipment***

I own an extended upright Knabe on which I conduct lessons. Skype and computer hardware via tablet and laptop. Extensive music library of several hundred books and thousands of pieces or music. Printer/Scanner/Copier and high speed internet connectivity. Digital and traditional ticking metronomes. Flashcards and numerous other learning materials and aids.

Both online lessons and lessons at my location are conducted in my home living room with the piano lid open.

***At the lesson***

During the lesson, students will begin with a performance of the material they have completed throughout the week. Corrections may be made. Students may have to repeat ...

You can expect to be trained in basic music theory as your foundation with possible use of some helpful books. Then venture out into different keys and rhythms as well as developing your style of playing. Finally, you will learn a well-rounded understanding of chord structure and how to read chord charts.

At the Sounds of Perfections Music Center our goal is for each student to leave feeling better about themselves and their instrument.Our private and buddy lessons are designed to give you the confidence you need to play and enjoy music for a lifetime! We offer flexible lesson times that accommodate your busy schedule,we teach all styles and instruments. Our instructors are degree in music or significant teaching performance experience. We offer each student recital at completion of performance.

RonCurtis.net

Ron Curtis has a love for teaching music and is a patient, kind, and well-trained instructor. He graduated with honors from the University of Tulsa with a degree in Music Education. Ron has taught students of all ages and abilities and has developed a highly effective method. He keeps organized records of each student’s progress to pick up exactly where the student left off each week. Whether you are just learning how to play or you are already a skilled musician, Ron can help you improve your technique and repertoire.

I have experience teaching piano lessons for 10 years. Piano was my secondary instrument where I studied music at the University of Mobile. I tailor each lesson to meet the needs of my students. Whatever your musical goals are, be that trying something new, expanding your creativity, writing and arranging music, or leaning to play popular songs, I will work to make sure you are getting exactly what you would like out of lessons while learning classical technique. Whatever your age, I would love to be your piano teacher!