Lessons
Quality Instruction
As the holder of three advanced degrees in piano performance, I can offer you or your child access to traditions and insights on piano playing passed down to me from world-class artists, drawing from a line of teaching that connects back to Liszt and Beethoven. Recent students of mine have passed AP music examinations and received merit scholarships in music to universities.
I've taught all ages and welcome adults and children alike. Scroll through my Facebook page for a few videos of recent student performances.
Teaching Philosophy
We hear music everywhere...in movies, on tv, the radio, at gyms and sports events, in bars and restaurants, and anywhere else we may go. It is so ubiquitous that it's easy to let it wash over us and take it for granted. But a person who has studied music experiences it differently; there is a heightened awareness of the thoughts and feelings, the patterns and the logic, the beauty of design that lies beneath these surface-level impressions. Studying music can enhance and enrich a person's life, giving them a greater appreciation for this universal aspect of the human experience.
My hope in teaching is to open my students' eyes up to these hidden wonders. For some, that may lead to a life-long, personal involvement in the art. For others, the outcome may simply be a deeper listening experience in the music they hear as they navigate their life. For all students of music, I'm confident that the practical and emotional benefits make it an invaluable part of a well-rounded education, enhancing one's problem-solving and analytical abilities, stimulating creativity, and building self-confidence.
Lessons are an opportunity for adding practical tools to one's musical toolbox; how to read, how to practice effectively, and what factors to consider when interpreting music. I ask my students a lot of questions like "What part of that piece felt most challenging?" and "How can we break this down into steps to overcome the challenge?" I feel most successful with my students when they have been equipped to continue improving and learning new music even without my direct guidance.
My piano studio is a community in which students can perform for each other at low-key, seasonal recitals, and gain an awareness of the broader musical community in which they are taking part.
Scheduling and Rates
I offer a free trial lesson to all first-time students. Half hour lessons are typically offered for young beginners at a rate of $45. Forty-five minute lessons are $60 and a full hour is $75. I have a beautiful home studio in Pflugerville, TX with a grand piano.
For lessons in your home I charge a travel fee of $0.75/minute of travel. To allow for a stable rate, I use the average time estimate for the given lesson time on Google Maps.
I also have access to facilities at Memorial United Methodist Church on Berkman Dr. near Mueller; in some cases we may be able to have lessons here.
I use the My Music Staff platform to allow for easy scheduling, sharing of notes and files, auto-billing, and more. Current students can log or new students can sign up using the forms below.
Once you have signed up you should receive an automatic email with information on logging in to a My Music Staff student portal. I will reach out to you right away to set up a trail lesson time.
As the holder of three advanced degrees in piano performance, I can offer you or your child access to traditions and insights on piano playing passed down to me from world-class artists, drawing from a line of teaching that connects back to Liszt and Beethoven. Recent students of mine have passed AP music examinations and received merit scholarships in music to universities.
I've taught all ages and welcome adults and children alike. Scroll through my Facebook page for a few videos of recent student performances.
Teaching Philosophy
We hear music everywhere...in movies, on tv, the radio, at gyms and sports events, in bars and restaurants, and anywhere else we may go. It is so ubiquitous that it's easy to let it wash over us and take it for granted. But a person who has studied music experiences it differently; there is a heightened awareness of the thoughts and feelings, the patterns and the logic, the beauty of design that lies beneath these surface-level impressions. Studying music can enhance and enrich a person's life, giving them a greater appreciation for this universal aspect of the human experience.
My hope in teaching is to open my students' eyes up to these hidden wonders. For some, that may lead to a life-long, personal involvement in the art. For others, the outcome may simply be a deeper listening experience in the music they hear as they navigate their life. For all students of music, I'm confident that the practical and emotional benefits make it an invaluable part of a well-rounded education, enhancing one's problem-solving and analytical abilities, stimulating creativity, and building self-confidence.
Lessons are an opportunity for adding practical tools to one's musical toolbox; how to read, how to practice effectively, and what factors to consider when interpreting music. I ask my students a lot of questions like "What part of that piece felt most challenging?" and "How can we break this down into steps to overcome the challenge?" I feel most successful with my students when they have been equipped to continue improving and learning new music even without my direct guidance.
My piano studio is a community in which students can perform for each other at low-key, seasonal recitals, and gain an awareness of the broader musical community in which they are taking part.
Scheduling and Rates
I offer a free trial lesson to all first-time students. Half hour lessons are typically offered for young beginners at a rate of $45. Forty-five minute lessons are $60 and a full hour is $75. I have a beautiful home studio in Pflugerville, TX with a grand piano.
For lessons in your home I charge a travel fee of $0.75/minute of travel. To allow for a stable rate, I use the average time estimate for the given lesson time on Google Maps.
I also have access to facilities at Memorial United Methodist Church on Berkman Dr. near Mueller; in some cases we may be able to have lessons here.
I use the My Music Staff platform to allow for easy scheduling, sharing of notes and files, auto-billing, and more. Current students can log or new students can sign up using the forms below.
Once you have signed up you should receive an automatic email with information on logging in to a My Music Staff student portal. I will reach out to you right away to set up a trail lesson time.
