Who and What I Teach

Who

GUITARISTS & BASSISTS: I teach adults, teens, and children ages 5 and up. I love to teach all ages—even adult beginners.

VIOLINISTS & VIOLISTS: I teach violinists & violists age 8 and up. Yes, adult beginners, too. I excel at helping players that have become frustrated with a lack of fun or steady progress in previous lesson experiences. I help you overcome obstacles and find the fun in learning to make music.

It’s never too late… When I say “…and up” I really mean it. I began my teaching and pedagogy training as a teenager in the 80’s. Among my first students was a 2 year-old girl and her very loving and doting mother. (I don’t take students that young any more.) I’ve also taught violin and guitar to absolute beginners from my grandparents’ generation.

I love encouraging my students toward their musical goals. Here are a few goals I have helped students achieve… Learn to strum and sing my favorite songs. Learn to write my own songs. Play in a band. Be a gigging musician. Play in the orchestra. Win an audition for college scholarship. Earn a degree in music. Become a professional teacher. And my favorite one: Learn to make music and be happy.

Whatever making music means to you, I enthusiastically help you toward your musical goals.

What

GUITAR & BASS LESSONS: I specialize in teaching beginner and intermediate guitarists & bassists who want to play their favorite songs on electric and/or acoustic. I teach songs in various musical styles including folk, rock, blues, jazz, ragtime, Latin, Celtic, and classical.

VIOLIN & VIOLA LESSONS: I specialize in teaching beginner and intermediate violinists & violists in a variety of styles, including classical, folk, Celtic, Latin, blues, jazz, rock, and ragtime. My teaching approach helps you become a future classical musician, folk fiddler, jazz player—or all three! I teach electric and acoustic violin and viola.

ADVANCED VIOLIN LESSONS: I also teach a wide range of intermediate and advanced classical violin skills and repertoire for solo, chamber, symphonic, and concerto playing.

Whichever musical path you choose, I would be delighted to help you learn the music you want to play.

Please contact me if you’re interested in lessons.