Philosophy
To me, the purpose of music education is to introduce students to a new realm of communication, expression, and possibilities. Music enriches the lives of so many and I aspire to give students the tools they need to enjoy it. I believe that instruction should aim to introduce the basic skills to all students, while giving those with greater interest and talent additional opportunities to grow in as well as out of class. I want to foster a culture of support, inclusivity, and community to ensure the best learning experience for every student. My goal in the classroom is not only to make music accessible to every individual, but to teach students crucial life skills through music such as creativity, diligence, self-confidence and individuality that they can apply in every aspect of their lives.
Methods
I've taught piano, voice, and general music in a variety of settings from classroom to private lessons. I have experience teaching choir sectionals, in classrooms, as well as individual students. I currently work as a piano and vocal instructor teaching private lessons at the Delaware Arts Conservatory.
For piano students, I teach mostly "by-the-book" while accommodating student interest and preferred repertoire. To me, method books are a tangible resource to track student progress and introduce concepts systematically as they advance.
For voice students, I teach piece by piece, offering students repertoire appropriate for their age, voice type, interests, and musicianship abilities. I firmly believe that every student should be introduced to classical voice technique as a basis for healthy vocal production that can be applied to other styles of singing. However, every voice is unique and should be taught as such through repertoire that fits their gifts.
Services
I offer online piano and voice lessons to students of all ages and experience levels through Lessonface. Click here for further details regarding lessons.