Piano with Dayle M.

BEST OF BUCKS WINNER FOR MUSIC INSTRUCTION 2016!!! Dayle Music: Private Piano, Sax, Flute, and Clarinet lessons for all ages (4 and up) and skill levels. Comfortable waiting area for parents, adjacent playroom so siblings are invited to play during lessons! I am an award winning, Pi Kappa Lambda honoree, summa cum laude graduate of Syracuse University's school of Visual and Performing Arts-Setnor School of Music, where I received a four-year music director's talent scholarship. I am classically trained and perform all styles of music, from classical to jazz to pop. I play saxophone, flute, clarinet, and piano. I perform professionally with a large Philadelphia based entertainment company, as well as with local bands in the Philadelphia area. I teach piano, saxophone, flute, and clarinet to all ages and skill levels. I enjoy working with students who just want to play for fun, as well as those who are looking to compete in local competitions. I have been involved in County, District, Regional, and All-States bands, concerto/jazz competitions, music composition contests, and the Youth Orchestra of Bucks County. I love teaching music, and I look forward to lessons with you! *** Lesson Details *** My music program has a reward system, age appropriate games, worksheets and other fun activities. I have been taking private music lessons myself since I was 8 years old and have had many teachers over the years. From my experience, I have really learned what and what not to do when teaching a student. I customize my lessons (so books and curriculum vary from student to student) to fit their personal skill levels. My students learn music that they are the most interested in playing, which I feel is an important part of the lesson. I also make sure each of my students build up their theory skills (note names, key signatures, rhythms, chord names, etc.) and scales as well to compliment the music they are learning. I am always very friendly and patient with my students. I make sure they are learning at a pace that is best for them and making progress in a fun way! I recommend that students purchase books that are appropriate to their skill levels. Students can either buy the books/supplies from a music store or directly from me. *** Studio Equipment *** My home studio is equipped with a piano, CD player to listen to music and "play-alongs," music stands, and seating for parents if they wish to stay. I have my own instruments (flute, clarinet, alto/tenor saxophone) so that I can teach by example. *** Travel Equipment *** N/A *** Specialties *** all genres