Marylhurst, OR Piano Lessons

For ages 8 and up, students will learn to play through easy songs and exercises. Sight reading, note recognition and good playing technique are also taught to maximize progress into more difficult pieces.

After the basics are established, we will then move toward the kind of music the student is most interested in learning to play, whether classical or contemporary in nature.

Lessons proceed at a easy pace, and moved forward based on the student's understanding. No artificial pace is employed to "push" progress forward beyond the student's ability to address and learn.

Feel free to ask questions before signing up for lessons.

Please note: For children under 8 years old, you will need to contact me prior to scheduling lessons (via the "Ask A Question" feature) to discuss their particular needs and readiness to begin this regimen.

I have been teaching piano since 2010 in a wide variety of settings, styles, and age groups. It is never too early or late to begin leaning piano!

I tailor my teaching approach for the specific needs and goals of each student, always putting their priorities first. While I am versed in theoretical approaches and using method books like Piano Adventures and the Hal Leonard series, I am also fluent in working on contemporary music with a focus on ear training and improvisation.

I provide every student with different pieces according to his/her age and individual abilities. Each student has a different learning speed and level of enthusiasm which needs to be taken into account. With young children I find it helpful to integrate games, stories and pictures to enliven the lesson. I try not to be too strict, but I expect my students to practice at home and not to miss lessons. I use a number of books and methods. After 3 to 6 months a young student will have learned at least 12 notes on the staff, to sight-read easy pieces, to understand count rhythm values, and to play simple songs .

Experienced Piano teacher available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of musical skills. I am classically trained, have played in blues/rock bands, and have some jazz improv experience. I like to use the Faber method books, since they include many fun teacher/student duets. I enjoy helping people to find the fun in playing piano!

My piano students can expect to learn fundamental roots in reading music, scales, proper posture, contemporary/classical songs of their choosing. Piano can be an intimidating instrument, I really like to help students relax and increase confidence in their playing.

I teach piano to all age groups and have been playing the piano for 15 years. I've studied the piano with prominent teachers in the field and enjoy teaching.

I believe music is something to be enjoyed. I seek to tailor my lessons to the interests of the students, depending on the age of the student. I assign exercises designed to create familiarity with common movements on the piano so that each student can work toward freedom of expression on the instrument. I also work with music that students want to learn from and teach theory and ear training in those particular pieces.

Studied with Julliard Pedagogue Grace Erickson. 35 years teaching, Emily’s former students include successful professional musicians: Symphonies - Church Organists – Music Educators. Steinway is the favorite piano Emily has performed on.

Piano can be fun and easy if we start off right! I like to teach my students WHY we play the way we play. I use music theory to help them understand what they're doing when playing the piano: tapping the keys with your fingers, tapping the rhythm with your head and feet, reading the sheet music with your eyes and brain, hearing the beautiful song you're playing... If we approach the subject from all sides, we can accomplish most any songs you set your mind to!

I am totally responsible and focus on student's skills. I will try to teach them the ability of playing, not just learing a few songs.I use my academic skills to help them if they want to continue.