Lessons
I teach students of all ages and levels and believe that the curriculum should reflect the student’s interests, not a standard formula. I teach in a wide variety of styles, tailoring the curriculum to the student’s needs and interests. I often use fiddle tune books to refine the student’s technique as well as encourage them to play outside the staff and the written note. This helps develop an ability to improvise, feel the style of the music and ultimately wander away from the printed page entirely.
I offer praise and encouragement for students as they achieve, as I believe that a positive environment makes learning more fun. I find incentives for students to earn quite useful, and coordinate annual student recitals. I think that performance is good for the soul (if not the nerves) and helps foster the discipline required to play well.
Most importantly, I want my students to succeed and play to their best possible ability. I want them to love their instrument and the way they make it speak their mind. I want them to be able to fully express themselves in the language of music, in whatever form or style they choose.
Locations
I have two studios on the east side of Cleveland, both of them in a comfortable and welcoming home environment. For information on rates and lesson availability call the 440-943-2704 or contact me.
Shaker Heights
Huntington Road (near Shaker High School)
Openings available
Willowick
High Tee Street (behind Shoregate Shopping Center)
Openings available