Lessons Offered
Piano
Where are Lessons Offered
In Teacher Studio
Virtual / Online
About Me
Director/owner of Barton Music School
My mission statement is to help students become FUNCTIONAL pianists.
My music school offers PRIVATE, SEMI-PRIVATE, or GROUP Piano classes.
Digital keyboard Yamaha lab or acoustic grand pianos.
Professional teacher of 40 years.
Our newly built music school in Daybreak has nine digital Yamaha keyboards, large monitor, cameras, and lots of technology.
Resume:
BYU Piano Performance
Recreational Music Making Certified-National level
MTNA member
FEDERATION
FUN teacher
My Musical Education Background
40 years of professional teaching
BYU - stuent of Dr. Paul Pollei
Presenter at Utah & Arizona State Music Conventions
Choir member of Sally Briton's choir
Developed Music Teacher Magnet dry erase Music boards with permanent graphics!
UMTA & ASMTA
FEDERATION
AIMS
RMM (certified)
2015 San Antonio, TX National Music Teacher Convention
2014 Chicago National Music Teachers Convention
2013 Anaheim National Music Teachers Convention
Genres and Subjects Taught
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, and Broadway
Teach students the skills needed to be able to SIGHT READ music!
Theory
Accompanying
Composition & Transposition & Chording! Learn how to read chord charts.
Keyboard Lab instructor (all ages)
Videoed weekly lessons available
TV monitor used for lessons
Skyped, Facetime, or Periscoped lessons available
Hands on teacher: multiple ways of learning taught.
Lesson Rates
$75 p/month for weekly 50 minute group classes or weekly 30 minute semi-private lessons. (2-3 students)
$129 p/month for weekly 30 minute private lessons. (Incluedes use of Keyboard Lab with multiple music Apps)
Years of experience teaching helps my students progress at a rapid rate avoiding bad habits.
Register at my website to schedule your first FREE-TRIAL lesson.
Ages / Skill Levels Taught
Ages 4- advanced. .
Yes, I teach adult beginners. They love group classes as well as private lessons.
Option: Sign up for weekly Group music classes-Adults, Teens, School, & Pre-school or weekly private lessons.
My Certifications and Awards
Member of MTNA, 27 years
Federation
RMM certified
My Musical Influences
Dr. Paul Pollei of BYU
Dr. Reid Nibley of BYU
Caio Pagano, concert pianist, St. Paolo, Brazil
My piano students of 40 years.
Service Area
Student Reviews
Joseph D
Orem, UT
Gina really is the best piano teacher I've ever had and I have made so much progress. This being said, she isn't easy but you will progress and not just waste time week to week doing the same stuff over and over.
Cami
Sandy, UT
My kids (ages 7, 9, & 13) have been taking piano from Gina Barton for nearly 1 year. I am totally amazed by their progress. I've used other piano instructors/studio with my older kids and never saw the quality of instruction like that of Gina's. She encourages parental participation, offers incentives to the children, and challenges the students to memorize the music notes through interval and sight-reading. Each of these teaching methods has made piano fun and easy for my children. They have made more progress in one year than my older kids did in three years with other instructors. Gina is so patient and understanding. My children love her and feel completely comfortable in her presence. Thanks Gina!
Ellen
Draper, UT
Gina is an exceptional teacher. She keeps my son motivated to learn piano theory and technique while playing pieces that he finds interesting. She is patient and consistent in her approach. Within her studio practice, Gina provides an environment for students to learn solos, promotes group playing together, and provides recital experiences.
Jen
Draper, UT
Our family absolutely loves Gina (Mrs. Barton). All three of our boys are progressing rapidly and Gina is very in tune to their individual abilities and needs. We appreciate her knowledge and talent and the patient, caring, and thorough way that she teaches. Gina is positive and professional. She is encouraging and full of praise and rewards for the kids. The kids are learning more in the months we've been with Gina than I learned in hears of piano instruction as a girl.
Kristen
Draper, UT
Gina is an excellent teacher. She has high expectations of her students and provides a solid foundation of piano theory and technique. She also creates a positive learning environment which keeps students motivated to work hard and enjoy playing the piano.
Marzena
Draper, UT
My children began piano lessons almost 1 year ago and we couldn't be happier with their progress. Mrs. Barton is an amazing teacher and pianist. She has an incredible way with kids. In such a short time our boys not only developed love for piano music, but also skills and abilities beyond our expectations. They enjhoy going to piano lessons because they love and respect their teacher. Mrs. Barton teaches them to be confident pianists as they grow.
Franchesca R
Gilbert, AZ
Gina Barton is a fabulous teacher!! She relates so well to students of all ages. She is particularly great with small children because she knows how to get on their level. As a pianist she is very musical and expressive. I have had the privledge to work with her as a professional opera singer. She has great musical instincts as well as the ability to interpret all styles of music. She is a nurturing, kind, and patient teacher. All who know her speak well of her. You should consider yourself fortunate to get the chance to work with her.