As an instructor, my ultimate goal is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for all students. Learning an instrument is both exciting and challenging, and I strive to break down the learning process into manageable steps to give students a sense of accomplishment each week. I offer individualized lessons in piano, jazz theory and improvisation, guitar, ukulele, songwriting, and music theory tutoring.
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I work with each individual student to understand their unique interests, learning styles, and goals. I empower students by helping them set meaningful goals and celebrate all milestones with great joy; be it a performance in a talent show, or the first song they’ve memorized.
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While I am open to all styles of music, I especially enjoy teaching pop and jazz. I hold a Bachelor and a Masters Degree in Jazz Piano, and find the harmonies and improvisation of jazz to be challenging and engaging. Improvisation and composition become the vehicle for self-expression and crafting a student's unique musical identity. Delving into the theory of your favorite song opens the door to a deeper understanding of melody, harmony, and rhythm.
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My North Asheville studio is open to students of all ages, but I specialize in working with teenagers. By helping them select music that is motivating and expressive, their confidence blossoms. I aspire to be a trusted mentor and adult in their lives during a time of transition and self-discovery. Through our lessons, students can gain autonomy, confidence, discipline, self-expression, and a life-long love of music. Additionally, there are many opportunities for my students to collaborate in duets and small ensembles. Ensembles give students a strong sense of responsibility, as their peers rely on them to learn their parts. Through these ensembles, many of my high school students have made lifelong friendships.
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My ultimate goal is that each student will leave lessons inspired to practice, and be given the tools to truly enjoy creating music.
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To sign up for lessons, visit our enrollment page
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“You taught me not only how to play,
but to love music.
I also learned to
go for my dreams,
do what I love,
and be myself” -
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Grace, age 13
