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STRING INSTRUMENT CLASSES:
Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, 12 String guitar, Bass guitar, Ukulele.
From simple melodies to complex chords, students will build skills on instrument of choice and have an opportunity to try other instruments.
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PIANO/KEYBOARD CLASSES:
Classical piano or modern keyboards, students will not only learn to play famous pieces, but also learn how to program modern keyboards to create their own sounds.
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VOCAL CLASSES:
Discover or improve singing techniques, develop and maintain stable pitch, improve articulation, diction, and phrasing, overcome fear of singing in front of audience.
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MUSIC & VOCAL CLASSES:
These classes combine instrument classes with vocal classes, allowing students to learn how to play instrument of their choice and develop singing voice. During these classes students learn how to focus and combine singing with playing an instrument.
Basic music theory is included in all classes and is introduced gradually to enhance understanding and improve interpretation of the musical composition.
Form is paramount. I spend a great deal of energy on making sure that the body is correctly aligned: the hands, the shoulders, the neck, the spine.
This may not be the most exciting aspect of my teaching approach, but it is essential: a misaligned body cannot be relaxed, and a body that is not relaxed cannot flow…
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It can be particularly tricky with younger students: smaller hands, shorter fingers may have difficulties reaching notes across the fretboard.
Sometimes a temporary misalignment is necessary to make things happen. But always return to the balanced, flowing posture and relaxed hands
We always work on the rhythm: something that may not yet be developed in aspiring rockstars :) I try to make it fun, and sometimes it turns into a mini-performance.
Rhythm is the foundation of the strumming hand. it is also essential in keeping the song’s heartbeat consistent.
Jamming is usually the most fun activity. Regardless of the skill level students are brought into jam sessions where they are allowed to experiment and let their imagination run wild.
Some amazing stuff happens when students are experimenting, making mistakes and learning from them.
Vocal classes are not just about learning songs. Depending on individual student’s needs and abilities we work on pitch, breath control, using various vocal techniques. We work on stage presence, interaction between the vocalist and the instruments. A lot of attention is given to proper breathing and posture.
Vocal classes not only allow students to develop comfort and turn mistakes into something positive, but also help build self-esteem, promote emotional regulation, and help improve focus.
As a result, students become more comfortable with their voices, to the point where they can decide in which direction to continue their development.