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Beginner, IntermediateAbout Teresa A.
Hello thumbtack
I am always excited to meet someone who is wanting to music and I find it interesting to hear what pieces you want to play.
I teach with a chord approach for those who want to play their favorite songs asap or I can teach the most difficult classical pieces. It's all about what you want to do
I teach in 30, 45, and 60 minute sessions as well as offering group online classic-rock music theory, history and game sessions.
There is a discount for multiple lessons scheduled.
I use the latest Apps for online lessons ‘Rock out loud’ which gives a superb sound and has so many features perfectly designed for music lessons. Zoom is designed for board meetings and power point presentations. That is not what we do.
I use other Online tools to make lesson assignments easy to review and to new Apps make it fun to record practice and share with me and other stdents.
My hopes are like yours that you learn a great new music hobby with confidence. Your success will come through the happiness of playing.
Regards,
Teresa
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Ms Teresa is awesome! She has taught my daughter how to play both Piano and guitar. I love that she actually teaches the music and explains things not just how to play the song!

I started trying to teach myself piano until I met Ms. Arth. On the very FIRST lesson she pointed out some bad habits and quickly resolved them. This allowed me to reevaluate my technique and iron out the basics. I plan on continuing my studies with Ms.Arth and I highly recommend her for any student beginner or advanced. Totally 💯 satisfied!!!!

Teresa has been amazing helping Lily learning piano. Her self esteem has grown so much. I love that the students learn multiple instruments.

Teresa combines brain theory with music theory and musicianship. She adapts her lessons to the level of the student and works in a very positive and encouraging manner. Her style of teaching I think motivates the student to take risks and try to improve without fear of failure.

Great teacher and instructor. I love going to my lessons!

Patient and kind. Lifetime of experience. Kids love going.
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Music Instructor K-8
Aug 1982 - Jun 1987St Boniface Catholic Church
Taught Children Elementary Music Concepts, Rhythm Singing and following notation, and singing in harmony for daily church services and special performances.
Education
Piano Pedaogoy
Jun 2007 - Sep 2008University of Oklahoma Norman
BA Piano Performance, Maters Classes in Music Education
Jun 1977 - Jun 1989Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Languages
French
Limited Proficiency
German
Limited Proficiency
Certifications
Substitute Teaching
Aug 2001State of Missouri
Substitute Teaching
Aug 1990State Of Illinois
Awards
First place Illinois State Piano Champion
Aug 1989State of Ilinois Fair Grounds Springfield, Illinois
Affiliations
Music Teachers National Association
Jan 1995National Guild of Piano Teachers/American College of Musicians, The
Jan 1990Alexander Technique International
Sep 1987Alpha Sigma Tau
Sep 1977National Honors Society
Jan 1974Let Our Student Counselors Help You
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