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Mikala P.
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I learned how to play piano 4 years ago when I started teaching music lesson. When I first started I was teaching voice, so I had to learn scales and chords to be able to warm up and accompany the students I was working with. Pretty soon I was playing piano with my students for their recitals, and quickly I learned how to utilize the piano either for performance or practice!
Whether you are planning on leading with it, using it as accompaniment to someone else/yourself, or just want to learn for fun as a hobby, I can teach you all you need to know for your beginner piano studies! If you have any questions, please message me!
About Mikala P.
Want to learn how to play or sing your favorite song? Are you interested in learning how to write your own songs?
Since the start of my teaching career 4 years ago, my lessons have expanded to include guitar, ukulele, bass, piano, drums, singing, and even songwriting! I'm eager to help you find exactly what you want to learn while finding your own voice along the way.
Besides teaching I have 7 years of experience as a professional musician, so learning instrument's or composing my own songs to be able to play for others is a passion of mine! I've played numerous festivals with my band "Miki P and the Swallowtails" and as a solo act, traveling to cities in the Midwest and "touring" is one of my favorite ways to connect with music lovers.
Everything from beginner to performer, I will show you what I know about how to play an instrument, sing, crafting your own songwriting skills, recording, as well as performing on stage and the best way to talk to an audience and keep people engaged. My lessons are modeled to be more hands-on, letting the student decide their curriculum and direction of learning. I love more than anything helping people meet their musical goals, so if you're looking to learn an instrument, sing, or write, send me a message and let's work together!
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Our daughter has been taking vocal, guitar and piano lessons from Mikala for the last few years. I can't say enough good things about Mikala. Not only is she a talented musician, she is an excellent instructor. Mikala is thoughtful, patient, detailed with her instruction and always gives our daughter critiques that lead to her learning and growing as a musician. Mikala is also very fun to be around and makes lessons fun. We love her and would highly recommend her.
Student's Home
Makala is an extremely talented versatile musician. I asked her to help me learn about the instrument that I strummed as a teenager. I continued to do this until I met Makala. She inspired me to continue growing with my guitars and now with her help, I am composing and writing my own music. I am not finished with that bucket list and hope to continue with her collaboration and
Advise in hopes of performing on stage.
I am a senior, but she has a knowledge and appreciation of all types of music. Of course Beatles, Blues and boogie is what relate to. Makala can do it with all guitar types, key board and percussion. I am considering her instruction on the other instruments. OH !!!
She is a pleasant and patient instructor.
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Experience
Private Music Lesson Teacher
Feb 2019 - PresentMikala Petillo
Private Music Lesson teacher specializing in teaching guitar, ukulele, bass, piano, drums, voice, and songwriting.
Musician
Nov 2017 - PresentMiki P
Professional performing & recording musician under "Miki P" Debut Album release: "Dome of Swallows" - 9/1/2018 EP release: "Swallowtail" - 8/1/2019 2nd full-length Album release: "Right Where We Are" - 8/21/2020 Festivals Played: - SXSW | March 2018 - Plaza Art Fest | September 2018 - Boulevardia | June 2019 - Middle of the Map Fest | October 2019 - Crossroads Music Fest | September 2019 - Folk Alliance International | January 2020 Official Tours: - "Dome of Swallows Tour" | April 5-11 2019 - "Swallowtail" Tours | October 12-14 2019 & February 6-10 2020 - "Folk Alliance Tour" | January 18-27 2020
Music Teacher
Jan 2016 - Feb 2019KC Music
In 2016 I took my first teaching opportunity at KC Music in Parkville, MO teaching a band of 5 through a program called “ROCK-U” how to play classic rock with a performance every 4 quarters. I also worked with a few beginner vocal students through performances with ROCK-U. Over the years I helped establish and host recitals for every student that took lessons at the store. By the end of my time with KC Music, I was the most highly-requested teacher on staff and had a full schedule with 30+ students. In February of 2019, I left KC Music and started implementing my own strategies for private lessons.
Education
High School Diploma
Aug 2011 - May 2015Park Hill South HS
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Affiliations
BMI
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