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Songwriting with Rebecca A.

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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 8-88
Teaching since 1974
Teacher Certification

    Write songs easy with a 30+ year published and recorded teacher

    Bring your journal writings, thoughts scribbled on a page, or sophisticated ideas for a new song. (If you don't have any, I have some you can think about. Also, bring your favorite songs you listen to often. We'll study the form and music elements of your favorite song first. Then we'll dive into your phrase(s) to learn key rhythm patterns and play around with some melody ideas. This takes the most time but being able to record your melody on your phone or iPad device helps. I'll show you how to compose your song on Music Staff paper and watch it develop before your eyes. But you don't have to wait until one song is finished before starting a new one. The best writers often have several songs developing simultaneously. For your enjoyment and personal satisfaction, you can write songs for yourself, your family, friends and who knows who else. Come ready to create!

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    11:30 AM-12:30 PM
    Tuesday
    11 AM-12 PM
    12:30 PM-1 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    45 minutes
    $50
    60 minutes
    $75
    90 minutes
    $95

    About Rebecca A.

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    I started piano lessons at age 9 and recorded a '45 at age 11 and my first album at age 12. From there I recorded 2 more albums and then recordings evolved into cassettes, CDs and finally MP3s. I love the ease of recording a quick summation of a song idea, melody line and/or lyrics as an MP3 onto a USB and come back later to create the masterpiece. Technology today affords a greater advantage for young and older students. During my course of history in music I've composed songs, performed before crowds ranging in attendance of 15 to 5000. I've also had solo drama parts in musicals. I remember once, my lapel mic battery died and I had to project to the back of the balcony to be heard over a pit orchestra in a 1500 seat auditorium. Training in vocal projection afforded me success in that moment with no time to panic. From there I traveled around the United States and overseas to England, Ireland, Germany, Russia, India and Peru. I love spending time with all people and getting to know their hearts and love for music. Today, I teach private students 3 days per week online and in person. I have classroom experience teaching ages Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st - 6th grade music at a local private school where I casted and presented an "all school" musical. It was exciting for all! Now we need to get your fun rolling along swiftly. Voice students will become confident as we discover your unique sound from your chest voice, head voice and, of course, the "mix". Fall in love with your sound in a matter of weeks, not years. Joyful vocal games, ear training, music literacy (theory training) and endless repertoires in our times together that will have you laughing and learning simultaneously. Don't delay. Sign Up TODAY! Piano students of all ages will not believe how quickly the lessons go, much less the amount of learning they are doing through music games and activities. Let's get your music reading skills, composing, recording, playing by ear, by touch and with great expression going. Not a minute to waste. Your music will impact the future of our world. Sign Up TODAY!
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    5.0
    5 Reviews
    Gwen
    Online
    Rebecca is very patient & encouraging teacher
    Posted Dec 7, 2021
    Sarah
    Student's home
    My child has been doing piano lessons for a month now and is really enjoying them and learning quite a bit!
    Posted Oct 22, 2021
    David McDaniel
    Student's home
    Best instructor
    Posted Oct 21, 2021
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    Experience

    Music Teacher

    Jul, 2021 - Present

    Private School

    I teach Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st through 6th grades music 3 days per week. We have just casted our all school musical and preparing props will continue through the holidays for our first performance February 18, 2022. We are all so excited and having so much fun learning our musical drama skills.

    Private Piano & Voice Teacher

    Sep, 1974 - Present

    Private Music Studio

    I currently have 21 private voice and piano students ranging in age 6-72. Each student is special and deserves my full attention to their special learning needs. I help dyslexic and autistic students as well as those who have physical handicaps. I teach private lessons on Monday afternoon and all day Wednesday and Saturday. I'm open to teach online students Monday & Wednesday mornings. My life is full of music and the best students ever!

    Education

    Teacher Certification

    May, 2022

    New York Voice Teacher Training

    Certifications

    New York Vocal Coach Training

    Dec, 2022

    New York Vocal Coaching

    50 Hour Teacher Training & Certification Course completed with intensives, experience and business counseling.

    Affiliations

    BMI

    Oct, 2019

    Broadcast Music Inc. was founded in 1939 by forward-thinkers who wanted to represent songwriters in emerging genres, like jazz, blues and country, and protect the public performances of their music. Operating on a non-profit-making basis, BMI is now the largest music rights organization in the U.S. and is still nurturing new talent and new music.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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