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Piano with Akiko G.

5.0
(3)
Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5-18
Speaks Japanese, English
Teaching since 2002
M.A. Education

    About Akiko G.

    5.0
    (3)
    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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    3 Reviews
    Jianna
    Teacher's studio
    I love working with Akiko! She is patient, encouraging, and teaches at a good pace. I am definitely going to continue lessons with her.
    Posted May 23, 2021
    Tami
    Teacher's studio
    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.
    Posted Feb 1, 2018
    Ron
    Student's home
    Grandson has been taking lessons for about two years. Highly recommend Akiko. She knows how to keep my grandson focused.
    Posted Jan 13, 2018

    Experience

    Choir Teacher

    Oct, 2006 - Oct, 2014

    Clark County School District

    Taught general music and choir from elementary schools to middle schools.

    Education

    B.A. Music Education/Piano

    Aug, 1999 - Dec, 2003

    California State University, Fresno

    M.A. Education

    Aug, 2007 - Aug, 2010

    University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    Certifications

    Kodaly Level I

    Aug, 2002

    California State University, Fresno

    I took a three-week intensive Kodaly Certification Level I course at Fresno State. Kodaly is a method to teach music.

    Orff Level I

    Aug, 2011

    University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    Orff is a method to teach music.

    Awards

    The Superior Rating

    May, 2017

    MusicInTheParks

    Affiliations

    Music Teachers National Association

    Jan, 2017

    The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Japanese

    Native Proficiency

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