Lessons Offered
Piano, Music
Where are Lessons Offered
In Teacher Studio
In Student Home
About Me
I am a classically trained, American and European educated pianist, the mother of four, an experienced teacher in various settings (private school, music school, private studio) across a wide spectrum of types of students with commitment, interest and passion.
I have performed concerts in the U.S. and Europe as a soloist, accompanist, with orchestras and in chamber groups.
I approach lessons with a drive to share every bit of knowledge I possess with each individual student in a lighthearted, enthusiastic manner with great attention to detail (my classical experience), enthusiastic affirmation (my teaching experience), and an unquenching desire to bring out the music in each student, no matter what it takes - pop music, cartoon music, iPhone videos, holiday music, stories, art, etc. (my parenting experience).
My Musical Education Background
Bachelor of Music, Piano Performance, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Master of Music, Piano Performance, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Doctoral Studies, Piano Performance, Boston University, Boston, MA
Diplome “Brevet excellent”, Ecole Internationale de Musique, Paris, France
Piano studies (one year), Hochschule fur Musik, Vienna, Austria
Genres and Subjects Taught
Private piano lessons in my home studio in Montclair, NJ.
Lesson Rates
Rates
$48 for each 40 minute lesson
$55 for each 45-minute lesson
$75 for each hour lesson
Beginning students typically take a weekly 40-minute lesson, depending on the personality and development of the student.
High school students generally will take a weekly 45-minute lesson.
Advanced students usually take a weekly one hour lesson.
Payment is based on semester enrollment, not attendance, and is paid in 3 or 4 installments, due the 1st lesson of the month. A $10 late fee is charged if payment is received after the first week of the month.
Payment may be made by check or credit card, using Paypal.
Ages / Skill Levels Taught
Ages 5- 80! I have experience teaching young children, adolescents and adults.
My Certifications and Awards
Member: Music Teacher's National Association
Service Area
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