Instructional Method
Students Will Learn
- Confident note reading
- Accuracy in rhythm
- Beautiful tone production (only possible on acoustic pianos)
- Artistic musical expression
- Structures of musical composition
- Music history and lives of the great composers
- Basics of music theory
- Ear training
- The Circle of Fifths
- Chord Progressions
- Variety of musical styles, including classical, folk, pop, worship
- How to play from a lead sheet
My approach leads to proficiency in classical literature, yet adapts to other genres.
Playing lead sheets for worship styles and improvising are covered on request! This skill is essential in rock bands and Christian worship teams.
Composition and song arranging coaching, using notation software, also available.
Beginners enjoy our modern, comprehensive curriculum based on familiar folk, patriotic and classical melodies. Theory and chord progressions are taught using the Circle of Fifths.
Students gain confidence through solos and duets at our Recitals, Master Classes, Group Lessons and OMTA Festivals.
Included for all students:
- access to all levels of “Piano Maestro” the top piano app for iPads.
- in-studio practice on the Yamaha Clavinova
- lessons on my Steinway grand