About Akiko G.
Hello! I have been playing the piano ever since I was 6 year's old, and have been teaching piano over 15 years. I began teaching piano when I was working on my Bachelor's Degree in Music and also taught vocal music at a local elementary school. After receiving a B.A. and a teaching license, I have taught vocal music at elementary schools and choir at both middle and high schools. Because of this extensive teaching experience at schools, I am good with young children and teens.
Even as a pianist, I strongly believe that ear training and solfege singing play a big role in learning to play piano. In addition to teaching playing technique and artistry, my lessons include music theory, ear training, sight-reading and solfege singing. I specialize in classical music.
I homeschool my daughter, so I am available during the day to especially teach homeschool children and their families. I am fun, organized, very patient, and I am an excellent teacher. I can't wait to hear from you!
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After only a couple months with Ms Graves, my two teen-aged daughters are successfully playing the piano by actually reading the music! Ms. Graves guides the music choices based on the studen’s interest and the relatively quick success motivates the girls to practice on their own. We couldn’t be happier with our choice in piano instructors. Ms. Graves is encouraging and patient.

Grandson has been taking lessons for about two years. Highly recommend Akiko. She knows how to keep my grandson focused.
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Choir Teacher
Oct 2006 - Oct 2014Clark County School District
Taught general music and choir from elementary schools to middle schools.
Education
M.A. Education
Aug 2007 - Aug 2010University of Nevada, Las Vegas
B.A. Music Education/Piano
Aug 1999 - Dec 2003California State University, Fresno
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Japanese
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Certifications
Orff Level I
Aug 2011University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Kodaly Level I
Aug 2002California State University, Fresno
Awards
The Superior Rating
May 2017MusicInTheParks
Affiliations
Music Teachers National Association
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