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Piano with Mary D.

Trabuco Canyon, California

4.8
(12)
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 4+
Speaks Spanish
Teaching since 1984
Doctor of Education

    Learn the piano with ease from a teacher with over 30 years of experience

    Music for Little Mozarts program for preschoolers, Alfred's Piano program for Elementary and Older Beginners, Classical Instruction for intermediate and advanced players, Chord approach for recreational players and vocalists who want to learn to accompany themselves.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Student's Home
    Student's Home
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Friday
    2:45 PM-3 PM
    Sunday
    4:30 PM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $55
    45 minutes
    $75
    60 minutes
    $95

    About Mary D.

    4.8
    (12)
    My name is Mary and I have been teaching piano, voice, violin, and music theory for more than 35 years. I have an undergraduate degree in music, a masters degree in special education, and a doctoral degree in education. I am a professional musical director and have directed over 50 shows.  I am also a music therapist and I have special skills in teaching instruments to children with special needs. I love working with kids! Musical theater is my specialty and if you are a singer I can help you belt your way to Broadway! *** Lesson Details *** I teach lessons at your home and online. Every 3 months I host a student recital. Students may choose to play a solo, duet, or be in a small group number with other students. I offer a fun, no-stress approach to learning music! *** Studio Equipment *** Grand piano, violin, computer, keyboard, 1/4 violin for young children *** Specialties *** Piano, Voice, Violin, Music Theory For piano I specialize in working with young children- Music for Little Mozarts (ages 4-6), Prep Course (ages 5-7) and Older beginners (ages 8 and up). I also teach the Piano Adventures program for children and adults, and intermediate to early advanced level classical piano. Violin- I teach Suzuki Method and Essential Elements (to students age 5 and up. I also teach intermediate and early advanced classical styles. Voice- I offer Music Theater Vocal training, audition prep, acting in song, monologue coaching, preparation for high school and college auditions, contemporary and pop singing styles. Music Theory-Beginners through AP Music Theory class level, keyboard skills are also taught in conjunction with music theory instruction.
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    12 Reviews
    Stephanie M Picarra
    Online
    I had such a great experience with Mary! She helped me pick a repertoire of songs and prepare for an audition. I was under a tight deadline and she vastly improved my technique in just a few short lessons. With her help and support, I got into the music school I applied for! If my schedule would allow, I would most definitely continue taking lessons with her. She has a vast knowledge in many genres, she was a pleasure to speak to, and her feedback was always constructive and encouraging. I cannot say again how grateful I am to have found such an amazing voice teacher online!
    Posted May 3, 2022
    Hindy
    Online
    I was very happy with Mary’s lesson. I only did one so far, but I was impressed with her talent, her skill, and her methods. She’s great! I definitely recommend using Mary as your violin teacher.
    Posted Jun 5, 2020
    Dayana
    Teacher's studio
    Merry is the best teacher we love her
    Posted Jul 27, 2019

    Experience

    Music Therapist

    Jan, 2001 - Present

    Sound Birthing Music

    Provides music therapy services for babies and families; provides continuing education training for music therapists and birth professionals.

    Music Teacher

    Sep, 1996 - Present

    Dove Canyon Music Lessons

    Education

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Music Therapy

    Jun, 1984 - Aug, 1989

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

    Doctor of Education

    Sep, 1995 - Dec, 1999

    Pepperdine University

    Masters Degree in Special Education

    May, 1991 - Jun, 1994

    California State University Long Beach

    Certifications

    Board Certified Music Therapist

    Dec, 1990

    Certification Board for Music Therapists

    I am a Music Therapist-Board Certified and I have served a five year term on the Certification Board for Music Therapy National Executive Board and the Certification Exam Committee for two terms.

    Educational Therapist

    Apr, 2016

    Association of Educational Therapy

    I am an Educational Therapist at the Professional level.

    Awards

    Professional Practice Award

    Mar, 2001

    Western Region of The American Music Therapy Association

    Affiliations

    Certification Board for Music Therapists

    Jan, 1990

    The mission of the Certification Board for Music Therapists is to ensure a standard of excellence in the development, implementation, and promotion of an accredited certification program for safe and competent music therapy practice

    American Music Therapy Association

    Dec, 1990

    AMTA's purpose is the progressive development of the therapeutic use of music in rehabilitation, special education, and community settings. Predecessors, unified in 1998, included the National Association for Music Therapy founded in 1950 and the American Association for Music Therapy founded in 1971. AMTA is committed to the advancement of education, training, professional standards, credentials, and research in support of the music therapy profession.

    Languages

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

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