Learning music is easier than you think, and you can begin at any age to reap the benefits of music study.
I teach piano, guitar, ukulele, flutes, music theory, and songwriting.
Lessons are geared to each student's learning style and goals.
I begin by assessing what a student already knows, and plan a series of steps that will move directly toward what they WANT to know.
Do you already know one instrument? Do you sing? It's really fun for me to help a student adapt what they already know to a new instrument.
Benefits of Musical Study
Brain development: Music study can improve brain and cognitive development, and enhance the areas of the brain responsible for executive functioning.
Academic performance: Music study can improve academic performance and raise SAT scores.
Creativity: Music can stimulate creativity and inspire innovative thinking.
Socialization: Music can make rewarding connections with other people.
Confidence: As you master an instrument, your confidence grows with each successful interpretation.
Coordination: Practicing with musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination and develop motor skills.
Memory: Music education involves a high level of memorization, such as reading music by sight, playing notes, or recalling lyrics.
Imagination and curiosity: Introducing music in early childhood can help foster a positive attitude toward learning and curiosity.
Discipline: Learning to play an instrument can teach discipline. By learning music, you acquire skills that you can use to learn ANYTHING.
Relaxation: Playing music can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety levels, and strengthen your immunological response.
Spatial intelligence: Music can improve the development of spatial intelligence, which allows you to perceive the world accurately and form mental pictures