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Teaches Beginner
Age: 5+
Teaching since 2010
M. A.
About Karen W.
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I have a BA in Psychology, and an MA in Parapsychology. I studied Architecture for 3 years, and Music Education for two years. I was a National Merit Semifinalist in High School for good SAT scores, and in the Honors Society in High School and College. I play piano, percussion, flute, cello, guitar, bass, cornet and glockenspiel, and teach music lessons. I enjoy playing duets with my students, sharing the fun of making music with them. I do macrame', draw and paint, and am certified as a Reiki Master. I always loved school, and enjoy helping other people to learn. My Dad is my role model, since he was a calm, patient tutor for me - I try to live up to his example in my own teaching work.
I like to work with my students in a learning partnership, letting them work at their own pace with my encouragement and support.
I love to teach, and can help you love to learn!
*** Lesson Details ***
Lessons are usually 30 or 60 minutes, once a week.
I can be flexible, if your needs differ.
I can also arrange more evening times at 5:00 or later,
if the times on my availability list don't work for you.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Living room with:
Kurzweil Ep-500 electronic piano
with MIDI compatibility and functions,
Fender Squier Bullet electric guitar
customized by Smooth Creations,
with a Fender Cyber-Twin amp.
Keith Urban acoustic guitar,
an Epiphone Les Paul Special bass guitar,
a tone drum, and assorted percussion instruments,
SoundTech 4150 four-channel mixer,
with recording capability for all instruments
using ACID Music Studio,
and comfortable seating for parents.
*** Travel Equipment ***
Piano students should have a touch-sensitive piano/keyboard in their home.
All other music students should either own or rent their instrument.
Everyone should bring their assignment notebook and their lesson books to lessons.
*** Specialties ***
I play Rock, Blues, Jazz and Classical styles.
The Faber method books are my favorite for piano,
Hal Leonard for guitar.
I have the most tutoring experience with Math and Statistics.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
SE Nehalem St.
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 PM-10 PM
Tuesday
7 PM-10 PM
Wednesday
7 PM-10 PM
Thursday
7 PM-10 PM
Friday
7 PM-10 PM
Saturday
12 PM-10 PM
Sunday
12 PM-10 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
60 minutes
$40
90 minutes
$50
120 minutes
$60
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11 Reviews
Sterling
Teacher's studio
Karen is a patient instructor. Has a relaxed home atmosphere. Made good use of the lesson time. Had appropriate practice outlined between lessons. I would recommend her.
Posted Mar 21, 2019
YP
Student's home
My daughter 7yrs took lessons from Karen for 8 months. She was so patient and kind. My girl loved her and her teaching style.
I would have given 5 stars if she had got a real piano, not an electronic one.
Posted Jun 13, 2017
Maria Lukes
Teacher's studio
Karen is not only a gifted teacher but an excellent listener and has an extremely easy going personality. This was my third lesson and I already "feel the love."
Posted Jun 20, 2016
Experience
Music Teacher and Tutor
Jun, 2012 - PresentNextGuru
I have worked as a Tutor for NextGuru where I've taught College Level Math and Statistics.
Music Teacher
Feb, 2012 - PresentMusicality Network
I've been a traveling music teacher with Portland's Musicality Network where I've had mainly piano students, and some guitarists.
Teaching Assistant
Jun, 2011 - Jul, 2011Ethos Music Center
Rock Band and Piano/Strings Summer Camps Assisted three teachers in preparing eight groups of students for performances for friends and family.
Education
no degree earned
Sep, 1973 - Jun, 1975Michigan State University
M. A.
Sep, 1986 - Jun, 1988John F. Kennedy University
B. A.
Sep, 1983 - Jun, 1986Humboldt State University
no degree earned
Sep, 1975 - Jun, 1978University of Cincinnati
Certifications
National Career Readiness Certification
Jun, 2011Oregon WorkSource
Platinum in Applied Mathematics and Reading for Information Gold in Locating Information
Awards
Heart and Soul Award
Jan, 2011Pets Are Wonderful Support
Karen's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
SE Nehalem St.
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 PM-10 PM
Tuesday
7 PM-10 PM
Wednesday
7 PM-10 PM
Thursday
7 PM-10 PM
Friday
7 PM-10 PM
Saturday
12 PM-10 PM
Sunday
12 PM-10 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
60 minutes
$40
90 minutes
$50
120 minutes
$60
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