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Please read these before contacting me.
Q: Must I own a piano to take lessons?
A: You must have access to a practice instrument. For organ, you will need to make arrangements with a church, or be willing to transfer your technique between piano and organ.
An electronic keyboard is actually an ideal way to get started in organ technique.
Q: Will an electronic keyboard be okay?
A: Many of my students have electric keyboards. I myself have a couple Yamaha portable grands and a Casio Privia (88 key). It's best to buy one with weighted, touch-sensitive keys. I also strongly recommend models
with at least 5 octaves (61 notes) and a jack for a sustain pedal attachment.
Q: How much do lessons cost?
A: $20.00 per half hour. Best deal in town! Payable monthly.
Q: Where do you teach?
A: In my home in Brentwood on Saturdays and at Holy Cross Anglican Church in Franklin on Sundays.
Q: What if I don't like lessons?
A: You may stop any time.
Q: How young can a child begin?
A: I recommend they have some socialization like kindergarten before starting a discipline.
Age 5 is the youngest I'll start a child. BTW, music can make your child smarter!
See PIANO LESSONS for interesting facts.
Q: Can I learn to play by ear?
A: Playing by ear is an aptitude. I can guide you if you possess the gift. But I can't give you the gift.
Q: Can you teach me jazz?
A: Sure, but it will be method-based with a solid theory foundation. Jazz is not free form--it's highly structured.
Q: Can I learn to play in a short time?
A: Absolutely not! Music is a language and playing an instrument is a physical skill. You wouldn't expect to be proficient in
German or ballet after just one year of study.
Q: What about learning organ--do I need a background in piano?
A: Definitely! Organ is a complex instrument requiring established keyboard skills. It's like
operating an audio control board while playing piano at the same time.
Q: What else do you teach?
A: I offer instruction in theory, ear training and composition as well.
Q: What should I ask at my first meeting with you?
A: Please see Parent Questions for a guide.
Q: Do you teach adults?
A: Frankly, working adults either make slow progress or drop out due to lack of practice time.
It usually turns out to be unrewarding for both student and teacher. However, I'll consider requests on their individual merits.
Q: If my question isn't answered here, is it okay to email or call you?
A: Sure--please do!
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