• Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral Degree 

  • Major: Education, Performance

  • Minor: Music Theory

• Worked with all ages from Pre-K to University in varied professional settings

• Range of teaching environments includes private lessons, small-group, classroom, lecture

• Studied under or worked with hundreds of experts and educators of diverse backgrounds

• Worked with thousands of students

• Experienced ensemble performer and soloist

• Encourages growth mindset and project-based learning

• Technology Integration in Teaching and Learning Expertise

• Experience in personalizing content for ranging interests, ages, and learning styles

As a life-long student and teacher of music, I have always been passionate about discovering how music lessons can be made more effective and relevant for students. I believe that most people come into music lessons wanting to know how to play their favorite songs or express the sounds from their head. There is an inherent intrinsic motivation within each student, and it is important to focus on nurturing this from the very beginning while providing them with the tools for becoming an independent musician. 

I have been fortunate to have studied and worked in music my entire life. Through my years of study and experiences alongside a wide variety of musicians, I have collected a wealth of knowledge regarding music theory, composition, arranging, improvising, producing, and performing. My mission has been to not only internalize as much information as possible, but to learn how to connect students with the information they need to satisfy their curiosity while maintaining their enthusiasm by empowering them to think independently. 

I have experience with many genres and styles, but I’ve learned that my favorite thing about teaching music is connecting with students about their favorite artists/songs, and then creating a path for them toward becoming the musician they want to be. With a background in composing, arranging, and improvising, I am able to adapt musical material in real-time to meet the level of the student (while modeling for them how to do the same). I provide students with the knowledge and the practical examples they need to know for the fastest path to their success. 

I encourage students to begin building a portfolio of their journey. We will keep a weekly journal to document your goals, progress, relevant assignments, media, and projects. 

Optional: I encourage students to generate artifacts such as video/audio recordings in order to: 

• Document growth over time

• Engage in project-based learning (recording projects, presentations, etc.)

• Interact/Network/Perform with other students in the studio

• Begin building your portfolio

• Private Lessons (Piano)

  • Fundamental Studies

  • Learn Like a Songwriter/Composer, not JUST a piano player!

  • Playing By Ear/Improvising

  • Adapting/Arranging Your Favorite Tunes

  • Creating/Composing/Song Writing

  • Understanding How Songs Are Built

  • Finding Your Own Sound

  • Musical Independence (Play on your own!)

  • Build Repertoire

• Private Lessons (Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, Tuba)

  • Fundamental Studies

  • Creative Projects

  • School Ensemble Music Coaching

  • Soloist Coaching

  • Chair Placement Coaching

  • Regional/All-State Auditions

  • College Auditions

  • Adults Returning to the Instrument

  • Other

• Small Group Lessons or Ensembles

  • Study with a Friend(s)

  • Group Project Coaching

  • Solo & Ensemble Coaching

• Tutoring (Music Theory)

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