Teaching Philosophy

I feel the best teachers are themselves perpetual students, and as such, I am continually learning and growing from my teaching experiences. Through music, I seek to instill a sense of wonder, enjoyment, and fulfillment in every student.

As a studio teacher, I cherish the one-on-one time I have with each student. I work to create a deep understanding and love of playing, focusing on developing strong practice habits and guiding students towards a physically efficient and relaxed playing style. Through consistent focus on problem-solving skills and self-reflection, I hope to instill self-sufficiency and confidence in my students.

Every student possesses distinct strengths that I nurture while at the same time pushing them to attain loftier goals. In discovering what each student needs to be successful, I tailor lessons to their specific needs and learning styles.

In addition to instilling a solid technical foundation, I encourage my students to regard themselves as both teaching and performing artists from the start. Together, we select challenging and inspiring repertoire, and through this process, each student begins to develop and cultivate their artistic voice.

Music is more than just notes on a page- it is a universal medium that connects humanity. As a teaching artist, I help nurture these connections with my students. I see them as equal partners in the learning process and expect them to take an active role in their lessons, having done detailed reflection and self-evaluation beforehand, and coming to each lesson with an inquisitive and open mind.

I believe a teacher should act as a guide rather than an authority- we are all works in progress, and can both teach and be taught by one another!