Polish with Anna K.

Professional, active musician will share the joy of playing music with the students. You can count on having fun, effective lessons, and real results fast! I was born in Cracow, Poland. From an early age I had a deep interest in all types of music. I was encouraged by my parents and quickly developed a talent. I began my musical education at the age of seven studying piano. I studied at The Frederic Chopin Academy of music in Warsaw, Poland and then at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University where I received a Bachelor of Music Degree in French Horn performance. Later I received a Master of Music in French Horn Performance and post Master Certificate, both from the DePaul University. I am an active freelancing musician in the Chicago area. (Chamber Opera of Chicago, Northbrook Symphony Orchestra, Oak Park and River forest Orchestra, Skokie Symphony, Lira Ensemble, Highland Park). I have been teaching piano, music theory and French horn in the Chicago area for five years. I enjoy working with both children and adults. To broaden my knowledge about teaching I completed courses: Studio Teaching as a Career, Teaching Excellence, and Brass concepts at DePaul University. *** Lesson Details *** Students will learn to play piano or horn in a pleasant atmosphere. Additionally they will learn elements of music theory so they can quickly start to play on their own. This will broaden their understanding of music and they will be able play pieces they like. I have method books and studies for any level of playing, but students are welcome to bring their own. I think anyone can learn to play and I can help to achieve this dream. I recommend the book by Daniel Coyle: The Talent Code. Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How. *** Studio Equipment *** DePaul University - regular pianos available rooms reserved At Home Studio- Casio keyboard in living room, french horn, seating for parents. In case of horn students they would have to have their own mouthpiece and later on their own instrument. I have breathing equipment to help with playing as well. *** Travel Equipment *** My method of transportation would be CTA and walking :) *** Specialties *** I specialize in fun and effective teaching. I teach piano, french horn, music theory, ear training. Music is fun and this is how I teach.